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Contensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.ukM40 Alliance forms to accelerate arthritis therapyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/M40-alliance-arthritis-therapy.aspx
A new partnership to speed up the development of novel treatments for arthritis has been launched, supported by a £7 million investment from the Kennedy Trust for Rheumatology Research.Wed, 07 Dec 2016 09:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/M40-alliance-arthritis-therapy.aspxArthritisM40 AllianceChris BuckleyBirmingham Health PartnersBirmingham­ joins Jinan to launch joint institute in South Chinahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/Birmingham­-joins-Jinan-to-launch-joint-institute-in-South-China.aspx
The University of Birmingham and Jinan University have joined forces to nurture mathematical talent in and around South China by launching a joint institute.Tue, 06 Dec 2016 11:31:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/Birmingham­-joins-Jinan-to-launch-joint-institute-in-South-China.aspxChina InstituteUniversity of Birminghamjinan universitymathematicsSouth Chinajoint instituteGuangzhouAnnouncement of Birmingham-Jinan joint institutehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/mathematics/news-and-events/birmingham-jinan-joint-institute.aspx
The University of Birmingham and Jinan University joint institute was officially unveiled at a ceremony in Jinan University, Guangzhou, China. The Universities have joined forces to nurture mathematical talent in and around South China. The joint institute, a first for both Universities, will initially focus on degree programs in Applied Mathematics with Economics, Statistics, Computing, and Mathematics. Enrolment is due to commence in 2017 and is planned to rise to well over 1000 students.Mon, 05 Dec 2016 12:36:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/mathematics/news-and-events/birmingham-jinan-joint-institute.aspxChina Institutenewsmaths323epsscience technologyjinan universityjoint instituteBirmingham signs agreement with Chinese medical researchershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/Birmingham-signs-agreement-with-Chinese-medical-researchers.aspx
The University of Birmingham has signed an agreement with Wenzhou Medical University to explore new opportunities for working together on translational and allied health research.Mon, 05 Dec 2016 09:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/Birmingham-signs-agreement-with-Chinese-medical-researchers.aspxChina InstituteUniversity of BirminghamWenzhou Medical Universitytranslational health researchchinaBRIHC African Studies PhD Scholarship - apply nowhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/funding/Birmingham-Research-Institute-for-History-and-Cultures-African-Studies-PhD-Scholarships.aspx
Applications now open for scholarships to commence in September 2017. Deadline to apply is 20 February 2017.Fri, 02 Dec 2016 15:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/funding/Birmingham-Research-Institute-for-History-and-Cultures-African-Studies-PhD-Scholarships.aspxx9brihcx9dasax9historyandculturesx9calgsArts humanitiesx9artsandlawChinese psychology experts visit Birmingham to explore future linkshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/Chinese-psychology-experts-visit-Birmingham-to-explore-future-links.aspx
Psychology experts from Sun Yat Sen University in China visited the University of Birmingham to explore potential for working together on future research, as well as student and staff exchange.Fri, 02 Dec 2016 15:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/Chinese-psychology-experts-visit-Birmingham-to-explore-future-links.aspxpsychologySun Yat Sen UniversitychinaUniversity of BirminghamresearchBirmingham scientists get multi-million pound boost from Cancer Research UKhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/12/birmingham-scientists-multi-million-pound-boost-from-cancer-research.aspx
Birmingham scientists are set to receive a major cash injection from Cancer Research UK (CRUK) as part of a national drive to accelerate advances in early detection and treatment.Fri, 02 Dec 2016 14:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/12/birmingham-scientists-multi-million-pound-boost-from-cancer-research.aspxCancer Research UKCancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit (CRCTU)researchBirmingham Health Partnersx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9mdscancerx9lifesciencesBirmingham and Indian scientists meet to investigate air pollution causeshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/Birmingham-and-Indian-scientists-meet-to-investigate-air-pollution-causes.aspx
Scientists at the University of Birmingham are in Delhi and working with their Indian counterparts to help young researchers better understand the causes, sources and effects of pollution in India and the UK.Fri, 02 Dec 2016 10:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/Birmingham-and-Indian-scientists-meet-to-investigate-air-pollution-causes.aspxUniversity of BirminghamDelhiAir pollutionindiaUKIndian Institute of TechnologyOld Joe turns red for World AIDS Dayhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/world-aids-day.aspx
Old Joe will be turning red today, Thursday 1st December, to recognise World Aids Day, and to highlight some of the ongoing research taking place at the University of Birmingham.Thu, 01 Dec 2016 00:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/12/world-aids-day.aspxAidsHIVjane mckeatingVirologyStudy reveals key role of mRNA's 'fifth nucleotide' in determining sex in fruit flieshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/study-reveals-key-role-in-determining-sex-in-fruit-flies.aspx
A team of scientists led by the University of Birmingham has shown how a common mRNA modification, N6-methyladenosine (m6A), regulates gene expression to determine the sex of fruit flies.Wed, 30 Nov 2016 18:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/study-reveals-key-role-in-determining-sex-in-fruit-flies.aspxSchool of Biosciencesnucleotidefruit flyGene expressionCollaboration with China in energy storage technologies – broader and more strengthenedhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/china-energy-storage-technologies.aspx
Experts from the University of Birmingham visited a leading Chinese company to discuss working together to tackle global power problems.Tue, 29 Nov 2016 11:40:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/china-energy-storage-technologies.aspxUniversity of BirminghamChinese companyglobal power problemsSINOCHEMChina InstituteUniversity of Birmingham experts visit Chinese energy gianthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/University-of-Birmingham-experts-visit-Chinese-energy-giant.aspx
Energy experts from the University of Birmingham visited the Global Energy Interconnection Research Institute (GEIRI) of State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC) in Beijing.Mon, 28 Nov 2016 12:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/University-of-Birmingham-experts-visit-Chinese-energy-giant.aspxChina Instituteenergy expertsUniversity of BirminghamGlobal Energy Interconnection Research InstituteGEIRIState Grid Corporation of ChinaSGCCbeijingSenior Chinese health delegation visits University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/Senior-Chinese-health-delegation-visits-University-of-Birmingham.aspx
Health officials from across China visited the University of Birmingham to learn more about how British medical staff deliver healthcare to patients.Fri, 25 Nov 2016 09:59:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/Senior-Chinese-health-delegation-visits-University-of-Birmingham.aspxChina InstituteUniversity of BirminghammedicalhealthcarepatientsUKBirmingham drought experts launch pilot project to work with African communities on building resiliencehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/Birmingham-drought-experts-launch-pilot-project-to-work-with-African-communities-on-building-resilience.aspx
Experts at the University of Birmingham are launching an interdisciplinary project called CreativeDrought to prepare rural communities in Africa for possible future drought by combining local knowledge with environmental science.Wed, 23 Nov 2016 13:55:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/Birmingham-drought-experts-launch-pilot-project-to-work-with-African-communities-on-building-resilience.aspxUniversity of BirminghamCreativeDroughtafricadroughtEnvironmental ScienceNew study on role of fibroblasts in rheumatoid arthritis gives hope of more targeted treatments for patientshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/New-study-on-role-of-fibroblasts-in-rheumatoid-arthritis-gives-hope-of-more-targeted-treatments-for-patients.aspx
A study led by researchers at the University of Birmingham reveals the key role of different types of fibroblast cells in the development of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), opening up a new avenue for research into treatment of the disease.Wed, 23 Nov 2016 11:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/New-study-on-role-of-fibroblasts-in-rheumatoid-arthritis-gives-hope-of-more-targeted-treatments-for-patients.aspxUniversity of Birminghamfibroblast cellsRheumatoid Arthritisx9mdsinflammationx9mdsx9lifex9lifesciencesx9mdsresearchOld Joe turns red for global victims of faith persecutionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/Old-Joe-turns-red-for-global-victims-of-faith-persecution.aspx
The University of Birmingham's iconic clock tower 'Old Joe' turns red tomorrow (Weds) in memory of people around the world who have been killed for their faith.Tue, 22 Nov 2016 16:59:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/Old-Joe-turns-red-for-global-victims-of-faith-persecution.aspxInternationalIntegrated care interventions can reduce hospital activity for patients with chronic diseases, but may not meet national policy targetshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/integrated-care-for-chronic-diseases.aspx
New research has shown that integrated care interventions can be effective in reducing hospital activity, but the evidence base is poor and suggests that transforming services to integrate health and social care may not be enough to meet national policy targets for halting the rise in hospital activity.Tue, 22 Nov 2016 09:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/integrated-care-for-chronic-diseases.aspxIntegrated CarepolicyChronic DiseaseSarah DameryBMJ OpenPrince Charles presents a digital replica of what could be oldest fragment of the Koran, discovered last year by the University of Birminghamhttp://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-37860729
The presentation to the crown prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan launches a year of cultural collaboration between the UK and the UAE.Mon, 21 Nov 2016 11:40:00 GMThttp://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-37860729x9theologyandreligionx9itseex9ptrx9artsandlawArts humanitiesProfessor Gareth Lavery gives Starling Medal Lecture at BEShttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/metabolism-systems/news/gareth-lavery-starling-medal.aspx
At the British Endocrinology Society (BES) annual conference this month, Professor Gareth Lavery was awarded the highly coveted Starling MedalMon, 21 Nov 2016 11:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/metabolism-systems/news/gareth-lavery-starling-medal.aspxx9mdsmetabolismOlympic hosts visit Birmingham for advice on welcoming elite athleteshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/Olympic-hosts-visit-Birmingham-for-advice-on-hosting-elite-athletes.aspx
Visitors from Keio University, in Tokyo, came to Birmingham to learn more about how to host elite athletes – ahead of welcoming Team GB to Japan for the 2020 Olympic Games.Fri, 18 Nov 2016 16:11:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/Olympic-hosts-visit-Birmingham-for-advice-on-hosting-elite-athletes.aspxKeio UniversityTokyoUniversity of BirminghamTeam GBJapan2020 Olympic GamesBirmingham Health Partners to receive huge £12.8m for clinical researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/11/Birmingham-Health-Partners-to-receive-huge-grant-for-clinical-research.aspx
Birmingham Health Partners (BHP) has been awarded a grant of £12.8 million from the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) for the renewal of their Clinical Research Facility (CRF).Fri, 18 Nov 2016 15:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/11/Birmingham-Health-Partners-to-receive-huge-grant-for-clinical-research.aspxx9mds9mdsresearchx9lifesciencesBirmingham Health PartnersBHPcrfWTCRFWellcome Trust Clinical Research FacilityCadbury Fellowship 2017. Call for applicationshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/research/cadbury-research-fellowship/index.aspx
We are looking for early-career scholars from African institutions whose research would benefit from a residential fellowship of approximately six weeks at the University of Birmingham.Fri, 18 Nov 2016 13:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/research/cadbury-research-fellowship/index.aspxx9dasax9historyculturesx9artsandlawArts humanitiesResearch suggests 'missed opportunities' to prescribe drugs for stroke preventionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/missed-opportunities-stroke-prevention.aspx
An analysis of the records of UK patients who had experienced a stroke has found that over half of those who should get drugs to prevent strokes were not prescribed them.Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/missed-opportunities-stroke-prevention.aspxstrokeStroke preventiondrugsgrace turnerCPRORBirmingham Qur'an Manuscript Exhibition on display in UAEhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/quran-manuscript-exhibition-display-uae.aspx
The Birmingham Qur'an Manuscript, in digital form, is to be the centrepiece of the royal launch of the UK/UAE 2017 Year of Cultural Collaboration.Mon, 14 Nov 2016 11:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/quran-manuscript-exhibition-display-uae.aspxx9itseex9ptrx9theologyx9theologyandreligionx9artsandlawArts humanitiesOld Joe goes blue for World Antibiotic Awareness Weekhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/old-joe-goes-blue-for-world-antibiotic-awareness-week.aspx
To mark World Antibiotic Awareness Week (14th-20th November 2016), the University of Birmingham's famous clock tower, 'Old Joe', will be lit blue to celebrate the world-class antibiotic research happening at the Institute of Microbiology and Infection.Mon, 14 Nov 2016 09:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/old-joe-goes-blue-for-world-antibiotic-awareness-week.aspxantibioticsOld JoeInstitute of Microbiology and InfectionIndian and British research experts agree way forward on major problemshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/Indian-and-British-research-experts-agree-way-forward-on-major-problems.aspx
A two-day international workshop on sustainable cities and microbial infection has concluded in New Delhi.Tue, 08 Nov 2016 17:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/Indian-and-British-research-experts-agree-way-forward-on-major-problems.aspxUniversity of Birminghamindiaresearchsmart citiesMicrobial InfectionCheck-ups for cardiovascular disease should be targeted at a few high risk patients, study findshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/cardiovascular-disease-check-ups.aspx
A team of researchers led by the University of Birmingham have found that targeting as few as 1 in 12 adults for a heart check-up achieves most of the benefits of mass screening at a fraction of the cost.Tue, 08 Nov 2016 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/cardiovascular-disease-check-ups.aspxCardiovascular disease (CVD) / Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)Cardiovascular diseaseNHSInstitute of Applied Health ResearchNHS Health Checks programmeBirmingham Qur'an replica presented to the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabihttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/birmingham-quran-replica-presented-crown-prince-abu-dhabi.aspx
His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales has presented an exclusive copy of the Birmingham Qur'an manuscript to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi.Mon, 07 Nov 2016 17:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/birmingham-quran-replica-presented-crown-prince-abu-dhabi.aspxVice Chancellorqur'anYear of Cultural CollaborationCadbury research libraryBirmingham Qur'an Manuscript Exhibition on display in UAEhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/quran-manuscript-exhibition-display-uae.aspx
The Birmingham Qur'an Manuscript, in digital form, is to be the centrepiece of the royal launch of the UK/UAE 2017 Year of Cultural Collaboration.Mon, 07 Nov 2016 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/quran-manuscript-exhibition-display-uae.aspxQur’anUAEYear of CultureVice ChancellorUK/UAE 2017 Year of Creative Collaborationbritish councilPERFECT talks: Decemberhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/perfect/news/2016/perfect-december-talks.aspx
Researchers from Project PERFECT will be giving a series of talks in December 2016.Fri, 04 Nov 2016 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/perfect/news/2016/perfect-december-talks.aspxx9perfectx9philosophyx9ptrx9artsandlawx9calgsArts humanitiesNew app to keep students safehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/New-app-to-keep-students-safe.aspx
Fri, 04 Nov 2016 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/New-app-to-keep-students-safe.aspxUnderstanding the first year journeyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/Understanding-the-first-year-journey.aspx
Fri, 04 Nov 2016 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/Understanding-the-first-year-journey.aspxNew hope for donor livers previously thought unsuitable for transplanthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/immunology-immunotherapy/news/2016/10/new-hope-for-donor-livers.aspx
A new clinical trial is looking at the feasibility of using 'discarded' livers to tackle the shortage of liver donors, and help decrease waiting times for patients on the transplant register.Thu, 03 Nov 2016 15:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/immunology-immunotherapy/news/2016/10/new-hope-for-donor-livers.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesBirmingham and Indian scientists investigate air pollution causeshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/birmingham-and-Indian-scientists-investigate-air-pollution.aspx
Scientists at the University of Birmingham are working with partners in Delhi to better understand the causes, sources and effects of pollution in India and the UK.Thu, 03 Nov 2016 14:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/birmingham-and-Indian-scientists-investigate-air-pollution.aspxSchool of GeographyEarth and Environmental SciencesDr Francis PopeBirmingham Vice-Chancellor joins Russell Group leaders' first delegation to Chinahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/vice-chancellor-joins-russell-group-leaders-first-delegation-china.aspx
University of Birmingham Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir David Eastwood joined seven fellow Russell Group leaders in the first delegation of its kind to China.Wed, 02 Nov 2016 10:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/11/vice-chancellor-joins-russell-group-leaders-first-delegation-china.aspxRussell Group Universitiesrussell groupchinachina 9Bonfire night and beyond: burns injury and identity in Britainhttps://mbsbham.wordpress.com/2016/10/31/bonfire-night-and-beyond-burns-injury-and-identity-in-britain-c-1800-2000/
Dr Rebecca Wynter, Research Fellow on the 'Forged by Fire: Burns Injury and Identity in Britain, c.1800-2000' project, writes for the MBS blog.Wed, 02 Nov 2016 08:58:00 GMThttps://mbsbham.wordpress.com/2016/10/31/bonfire-night-and-beyond-burns-injury-and-identity-in-britain-c-1800-2000/x9mbsx9brihc-blogx9artsandlawx9historyx9x9historyculturesChinese media chiefs partner with Birmingham to broaden Shakespeare's appealhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/chinese-media-partner-with-birmingham-to-broaden-shakespeares-appeal.aspx
The University of Birmingham and Phoenix Publishing & Media Group today signed a new agreement to broaden the appeal of William Shakespeare in China.Tue, 01 Nov 2016 17:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/chinese-media-partner-with-birmingham-to-broaden-shakespeares-appeal.aspxShakespeare InstitutechinaPhoenix Publishing & Media GroupFrom Birmingham to Berlin: sports legacy expert joins global debatehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/sports-legacy-expert-joins-global-debate.aspx
A University of Birmingham expert on how sport is instrumentalised for non-sporting aims, including high-profile sports events like the Olympic Games and football World Cup, will address a major conference in Berlin.Tue, 01 Nov 2016 10:17:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/sports-legacy-expert-joins-global-debate.aspxmega eventsSport TalksstrategiesNew agreement strengthens tech innovation between Birmingham and Chinahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/new-agreement-technology-birmingham-china.aspx
The University of Birmingham (UoB) and Jiangsu Industry Technology Research Institute (JITRI) today signed a new ¥20,000,000 agreement to develop innovative research in key areas such as nanoparticle technology and biomedicine. Signing the agreement allows both partners to work together on applied research projects that will use the University's research expertise to strengthen technological innovation in the Jiangsu Province across a wide range of engineering and medical technology.Tue, 01 Nov 2016 04:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/new-agreement-technology-birmingham-china.aspxJITRInanoparticle technologynanoscale physics and technologyChildren and Warhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/10/children-and-war.aspx
A child washed up on the shores of Turkey after drowning at sea; the images of youngsters climbing across fences of barbed wires on Lampedusa; a boy sitting dazed and bloodied in the back of an ambulance after surviving an airstrike in Syria – these are some of the images that, once seen, can never be unseen. The moments, captured in these images pass, but the cycles of displacement continue.Thu, 27 Oct 2016 16:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/10/children-and-war.aspxsyriarefugeeschildrenwarChildren and Warhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/10/children-and-war.aspx
A child washed up on the shores of Turkey after drowning at sea; the images of youngsters climbing across fences of barbed wires on Lampedusa; a boy sitting dazed and bloodied in the back of an ambulance after surviving an airstrike in Syria – these are some of the images that, once seen, can never be unseen. The moments, captured in these images pass, but the cycles of displacement continue.Thu, 27 Oct 2016 16:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/10/children-and-war.aspxsyriarefugeeschildrenwarTop ten universities conduct a third of all UK animal researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/top-universities-conduct-a-third-of-animal-research.aspx
The ten UK universities who do the most world-leading biomedical research have announced their animal research statistics, revealing that they collectively conducted a third of all UK animal research in 2015.Thu, 27 Oct 2016 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/top-universities-conduct-a-third-of-animal-research.aspxUniversity of Birmingham marks birthday of influential Chinese alumnushttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/birthday-of-influential-chinese-alumnus.aspx
Li Siguang - one of the University of Birmingham's most famous Chinese graduates and a geology pioneer - was born on 26 October 1889.Wed, 26 Oct 2016 16:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/birthday-of-influential-chinese-alumnus.aspxLi SiguangalumniLife and Environmental SciencesGeologyAlumni Spotlight - Jie Chenhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Alumni-Spotlight-Jie-Chen.aspx
Thu, 20 Oct 2016 13:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Alumni-Spotlight-Jie-Chen.aspxInternational alumnichinaSailingInternational Freedom of Religion or Belief Dayhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/ptr/departments/theologyandreligion/research/ciforb/news/2016/forb-day.aspx
The CIFoRB team and the All Party Parliamentary Group for International Freedom of Religion or Belief hosted a round-table event in Parliament on Thursday 27 October.Wed, 19 Oct 2016 14:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/ptr/departments/theologyandreligion/research/ciforb/news/2016/forb-day.aspxx9ciforbx9artsandlawx9ptrx9theologyandreligionArts humanitiesLatvian Ambassador explores University of Birmingham's global visionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/Latvian-Ambassador-explores-University-of-Birmingham's-global-vision.aspx
The Latvian Ambassador visited the University of Birmingham to learn more about the University's work and its plans for engaging with European countries.Wed, 19 Oct 2016 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/Latvian-Ambassador-explores-University-of-Birmingham's-global-vision.aspxLatviaUniversity of BirminghamVice ChancellorBritain and India must forge bold relationship to shape new worldhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/Britain-and-India-must-forge-bold-relationship-to-shape-new-world.aspx
India and Britain must stand together and face future challenges in shaping a new world, one of India's most eminent political and diplomatic figures told an audience at the University of Birmingham.Wed, 19 Oct 2016 10:27:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/Britain-and-India-must-forge-bold-relationship-to-shape-new-world.aspxDr Ashwani KumarindiaUniversity of BirminghamUniversity of NotttinghamAboriginal remains returned to ancestral homehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/10/Aboriginal-remains-begin-long-journey-to-ancestral-home.aspx
A collection of Aboriginal remains discovered at the University of Birmingham and at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, were handed back to traditional custodians from Australia in a spiritual ceremony today.Tue, 18 Oct 2016 16:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/10/Aboriginal-remains-begin-long-journey-to-ancestral-home.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesOld Joe turns pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Monthhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/10/old-Joe-turns-pink-in-support-2.aspx
The University of Birmingham's iconic clock tower 'Old Joe' turns pink this evening to mark the start of Breast Cancer Now's annual awareness month.Tue, 18 Oct 2016 16:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/10/old-Joe-turns-pink-in-support-2.aspxBreast Cancer Awareness MonthBreast Cancer Birminghamold joe clockOld JoeNHS TrustQEHBSchool of Cancer SciencesBreast cancerx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9mdscancer-genomicsx9lifesciencesNew high-performance computing system launched to support research at University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/new-computing-system-launch.aspx
Research at the University of Birmingham is set to be given a boost this week with the launch of a high-performance, bespoke computing system known as BEAR Cloud.Mon, 17 Oct 2016 16:38:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/new-computing-system-launch.aspxBEAR Cloud Launch AgendaBEAR Launch Conference NewsIT ServicesEnergy and the EnvironmentdiseasessustainableAustralian Aboriginal remains begin long journey to ancestral homehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/Australian-Aboriginal-remains-begin-long-journey-to-ancestral-home.aspx
A collection of Aboriginal remains discovered at the University of Birmingham and at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, were handed back to traditional custodians from Australia in a spiritual ceremony today.Fri, 14 Oct 2016 16:39:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/Australian-Aboriginal-remains-begin-long-journey-to-ancestral-home.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesBridge Fellowship in Cultural Heritage Announcedhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2016/bridge-fellowship.aspx
New opportunity: Bridge Fellowship in Cultural Heritage. Apply today.Thu, 13 Oct 2016 11:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2016/bridge-fellowship.aspxx9ironbridgeArts humanitiesx9historyculturesx9artsandlawImportant flu jab research extended to pneumonia jabshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/inflammation-ageing/news/2016/10/iia-flu-jab-research-extended-to-pneumonia-jabs.aspx
Funding received to examine if all vaccinations are better given in the morningTue, 11 Oct 2016 14:56:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/inflammation-ageing/news/2016/10/iia-flu-jab-research-extended-to-pneumonia-jabs.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesTrial of device to quickly identify critically ill patientshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/immunology-immunotherapy/news/2016/10/device-to-quickly-identify-critically-ill-patients.aspx
Trial of device to quickly identify critically ill patientsTue, 11 Oct 2016 14:56:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/immunology-immunotherapy/news/2016/10/device-to-quickly-identify-critically-ill-patients.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesFirst patient treated on ground-breaking liver cancer trialhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/immunology-immunotherapy/news/2016/10/liver-cancer-trial.aspx
First patient treated on ground-breaking liver cancer trialTue, 11 Oct 2016 14:37:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/immunology-immunotherapy/news/2016/10/liver-cancer-trial.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesImportant flu jab research extended to pneumonia jabshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/immunology-immunotherapy/news/2016/10/iii-flu-jab-research-extended-to-pneumonia-jabs.aspx
Funding received to examine if all vaccinations are better given in the morningTue, 11 Oct 2016 14:37:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/immunology-immunotherapy/news/2016/10/iii-flu-jab-research-extended-to-pneumonia-jabs.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesResearch into role of voluntary sector in mental health crisis care to be conducted at University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/voluntary-sector-mental-health-crisis-care.aspx
Researchers from the Health Services Management Centre (HSMC) at the University of Birmingham have been awarded funding for a study investigating the scope and role of voluntary sector provision for anyone in England who is experiencing a mental health crisis.Mon, 10 Oct 2016 11:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/voluntary-sector-mental-health-crisis-care.aspxmental health awarenessThird Sector Research CentresuresearchHealth Researchhealthcare managementInstitute of Translational Medicine officially openedhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/institute-of-translational-medicine-officially-opened.aspx
The Institute of Translational Medicine (ITM) was officially opened today by John Clancy, Leader of Birmingham City Council.Tue, 04 Oct 2016 23:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/10/institute-of-translational-medicine-officially-opened.aspxInstitute of Translational Medicineitmjohn clancyBHPBirmingham Health PartnersVice ChancellorIMI Professor awarded 2016 Microbiology Outreach Prizehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2016/1oct-imi-professor-wins-outreach-prize.aspx
Professor Laura Piddock has been awarded the 2016 Microbiology Outreach Prize. This is awarded annually to a microbiologist who has engaged in high-quality outreach activities during the last 2–5 years.Mon, 03 Oct 2016 15:22:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2016/1oct-imi-professor-wins-outreach-prize.aspxProfessor Piddockx9mdsmicrobiologyoutreachAntimicrobial ResistanceOld Joe turns pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Monthhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/09/old-Joe-turns-pink-in-support.aspx
The University of Birmingham's iconic clock tower 'Old Joe' turns pink this evening to mark the start of Breast Cancer Now's annual awareness month.Fri, 30 Sep 2016 11:40:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/09/old-Joe-turns-pink-in-support.aspxBreast Cancer Awareness MonthBreast Cancer Birminghamold joe clockOld JoeNHS TrustQEHBSchool of Cancer SciencesBreast cancerUniversity of Birmingham scientists 'stand up to cancer' as disease strikes close to homehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/09/scientists-stand-up-to-cancer.aspx
A University of Birmingham scientist who is researching new ways to improve cancer treatment has teamed up with Cancer Research UK and Channel 4 to launch Stand Up To Cancer after surviving the disease herself.Wed, 28 Sep 2016 16:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/09/scientists-stand-up-to-cancer.aspxCancer Research UKhodgkins lymphomacancer reasearchHeritages of Migration: Moving Stories, Objects and Homehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2016/iiich-in-argentina.aspx
IIICH is delighted to be working in partnership with organisations in USA and Argentina for the delivery of an international conference on the theme of migration heritage in Buenos Aires in 2017.Wed, 28 Sep 2016 15:19:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2016/iiich-in-argentina.aspxx9ironbridgex9artsandlawx9historyculturesArts humanitiesDonate your #firstfiverhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2016/firstfiver.aspx
Wed, 28 Sep 2016 13:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2016/firstfiver.aspxIIICH Students at the World Archaeological Congresshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2016/iiich-students-world-arch-congress.aspx
Two of our doctoral researchers write about their experiences at a major international conference in Kyoto, Japan.Wed, 28 Sep 2016 12:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2016/iiich-students-world-arch-congress.aspxx9ironbridgex9artsandlawArts humanitiesx9historyculturesAltaBioscience announces UKAS accreditation of new 'hormone fingerprint' test: application as an aid to diagnosis of adrenal cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/09/altabioscience-announces-application-aid-diagnosis-of-adrenal-cancer.aspx
A new analytical test has been launched in the UK that provides sensitive, specific and efficient predictive analysis of a rare form of cancer from a simple urine sample. The ACC steroid analysis service will be marketed by Birmingham-based AltaBioscience, which has an exclusive licence on this patented technology from the University of Birmingham.Wed, 21 Sep 2016 09:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/09/altabioscience-announces-application-aid-diagnosis-of-adrenal-cancer.aspxCancer researchtechnology and healthAlta Bioscience LtdAltaBioscience announces UKAS accreditation of new 'hormone fingerprint' test: application as an aid to diagnosis of adrenal cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/09/altabioscience-announces-application-aid-diagnosis-of-adrenal-cancer.aspx
A new analytical test has been launched in the UK that provides sensitive, specific and efficient predictive analysis of a rare form of cancer from a simple urine sample.Wed, 21 Sep 2016 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/09/altabioscience-announces-application-aid-diagnosis-of-adrenal-cancer.aspxx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9mdsmetabolismx9lifesciencesBirmingham – Punjab partnership aims to tackle Indian women's cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/09/Punjabpartnership.aspx
Experts from the University of Birmingham today joined Indian partners to lay the foundations for a new study into women's cancers that could help to diagnose, treat and prevent the disease.Fri, 16 Sep 2016 12:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/09/Punjabpartnership.aspxUniversity of BirminghamPunjabindiacancerwomenx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9mdscancer-genomicsx9lifesciencesPneumonia: the risks, the outcomes and the Presidential candidatehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/09/pneumonia-risks-outcomes.aspx
Recent events have shone a spotlight on pneumonia, and sparked a debate as to whether those who develop this condition can be described as medically fit to hold high office. But what are the realities and risks of pneumonia?Thu, 15 Sep 2016 12:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/09/pneumonia-risks-outcomes.aspxpneumoniaHillary ClintonrisksepsisPneumonia: the risks, the outcomes and the Presidential candidatehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/09/pneumonia-risks-outcomes.aspx
Recent events have shone a spotlight on pneumonia, and sparked a debate as to whether those who develop this condition can be described as medically fit to hold high office. But what are the realities and risks of pneumonia?Thu, 15 Sep 2016 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/09/pneumonia-risks-outcomes.aspxpneumoniaHillary ClintonrisksepsisBirmingham – Punjab partnership aims to tackle Indian women's cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/09/punjab-partnership-aims-to-tackle-Indian-womens-cancer.aspx
Experts from the University of Birmingham today joined Indian partners to lay the foundations for a new study into women's cancers that could help to diagnose, treat and prevent the disease.Wed, 14 Sep 2016 11:43:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/09/punjab-partnership-aims-to-tackle-Indian-womens-cancer.aspxUniversity of BirminghamPunjabindiacancerwomenRio Paralympic success for University of Birmingham alumnashttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/09/paralympic-success-for-university-alumnas.aspx
Three University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumnas are celebrating success at the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games.Tue, 13 Sep 2016 10:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/09/paralympic-success-for-university-alumnas.aspxalumni newsalumniparalympic gamesRio 2016University of BirminghamPamela RelphLora TurnhamAlison PatrickSchool of Biosciences scientist to receive €1.5m of ERC fundinghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2016/11sep-biosciences-erc-funding.aspx
Dr Dan Gibbs, Birmingham Fellow in the School of Biosciences, has been awarded a European Research Council (ERC) grant of €1.5 million for a project to investigate development of superior crop varieties required for increasing global food security.Mon, 12 Sep 2016 09:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2016/11sep-biosciences-erc-funding.aspxERCEuropean Researchles-newsUniversity of Birmingham scientists to receive €8m of ERC fundinghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/09/birmingham-erc-funding.aspx
The University of Birmingham has been awarded close to €8m in research grants by the European Research Council. The five ERC Starting Grants, which last for five years, were awarded to researchers from across the university, and span such subjects as human evolution, memory, plant biology, the treatment of diabetes and particle physics.Thu, 08 Sep 2016 14:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/09/birmingham-erc-funding.aspxERCEuropean ResearchResearchers identify possible pathway to reboot immune system after bone-marrow transplantshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/08/Researchers-identify-possible-pathway-to-reboot-immune-system-after-bone-marrow-transplants.aspx
New research has shown how a cell surface molecule, Lymphotoxin β receptor, controls entry of T-cells into the thymus; and as such presents an opportunity to understanding why cancer patients who undergo bone-marrow transplant are slow to recover their immune system.Wed, 31 Aug 2016 09:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/08/Researchers-identify-possible-pathway-to-reboot-immune-system-after-bone-marrow-transplants.aspxT-cellThymusMRCcrukBBSRCimmunologycancerbone marrow cancerbone marrowx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9mdsimmunologyx9mdscancer-genomicsx9lifesciencesBright sparks discovered via University's project with Birmingham Girls Schoolhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/sparks-discovered-project-Birmingham-School.aspx
The value of studying STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) subjects at 'A' Level has been shown to boost girls' potential earning power by as much as 33%. Encouraging girls to study these subjects at A level has been a long term focus of government policy since 2010.Fri, 26 Aug 2016 10:12:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/sparks-discovered-project-Birmingham-School.aspxSTEMinternational researchschool researchScience & Engineering SkillsmathsEducation and LearningnewsphysicsWhat does a rise in the minimum wage mean for the Mexican labour market?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/08/What-does-a-rise-in-the-minimum-wage-mean-for-the-Mexican-labour-market.aspx
The idea of a minimum working wage has been a controversial topic within economics for many years. The basic goal of establishing a minimum level of earnings is to ensure that independently of the job performed, all workers can earn a salary that is high enough to satisfy their basic needs.Thu, 25 Aug 2016 15:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/08/What-does-a-rise-in-the-minimum-wage-mean-for-the-Mexican-labour-market.aspxMexicolabour marketminimum wageeconomicBusiness SchoolpovertyWhat does a rise in the minimum wage mean for the Mexican labour market?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/08/What-does-a-rise-in-the-minimum-wage-mean-for-the-Mexican-labour-market.aspx
The idea of a minimum working wage has been a controversial topic within economics for many years. The basic goal of establishing a minimum level of earnings is to ensure that independently of the job performed, all workers can earn a salary that is high enough to satisfy their basic needs.Thu, 25 Aug 2016 15:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/08/What-does-a-rise-in-the-minimum-wage-mean-for-the-Mexican-labour-market.aspxMexicolabour marketminimum wageeconomicBusiness SchoolpovertyOld Joe Glows Goldhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Old-Joe-Glows-Glow.aspx
Thu, 25 Aug 2016 14:14:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Old-Joe-Glows-Glow.aspxResearchers identify possible pathway to reboot immune system after bone-marrow transplantshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/Researchers-identify-possible-pathway-to-reboot-immune-system-after-bone-marrow-transplants.aspx
New research has shown how a cell surface molecule, Lymphotoxin β receptor, controls entry of T-cells into the thymus; and as such presents an opportunity to understanding why cancer patients who undergo bone-marrow transplant are slow to recover their immune system.Thu, 25 Aug 2016 09:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/Researchers-identify-possible-pathway-to-reboot-immune-system-after-bone-marrow-transplants.aspxT-cellThymusMRCcrukBBSRCimmunologycancerbone marrow cancerbone marrowBirmingham International Summer School 2016 is great successhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/Successful-Birmingham-International-Summer-School-2016.aspx
The Birmingham International Summer School (BISS) 2016 proved to be a tremendous success with 126 international students participating in three weeks of academic and social activities.Tue, 23 Aug 2016 16:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/Successful-Birmingham-International-Summer-School-2016.aspxBISSInternational VisitorsInternational RelationsChina InstituteBirmingham students to deliver CPR training at V Festivalhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/07/birmingham-students-to-deliver-cpr-training-at-v-festival.aspx
Students from the University of Birmingham have formed a partnership with V Festival to deliver CPR training to members of the public as part of a project called #VShocks.Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:26:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/07/birmingham-students-to-deliver-cpr-training-at-v-festival.aspxcprv festivalvshocksx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9mdscardiovascularx9mdsclinicalsciencesBirmingham students to deliver CPR training at V Festivalhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/birmingham-students-to-deliver-cpr-training-at-v-festival.aspx
Students from the University of Birmingham have formed a partnership with V Festival to deliver CPR training to members of the public as part of a project called #VShocks.Wed, 17 Aug 2016 10:12:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/birmingham-students-to-deliver-cpr-training-at-v-festival.aspxcprv festivalvshocksCRT and Alta Innovations join forces to commercialise world-leading researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/CRT-and-Alta-Innovations-join-forces-to-commercialise-world-leading-research.aspx
Cancer Research Technology, (CRT) – the commercial arm of Cancer Research UK – the University of Birmingham and its commercial arm, Alta Innovations (Alta), have signed an agreement to work together to develop and commercialise the university's cancer research.Fri, 12 Aug 2016 09:33:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/CRT-and-Alta-Innovations-join-forces-to-commercialise-world-leading-research.aspxCancer Research UKAlta InnovationsMedicine at the Olympics: a bluffer's guide to 120 years of medical historyhttps://www.theguardian.com/science/the-h-word/2016/aug/09/medicine-olympics-a-bluffers-guide-to-120-years-of-medical-history?CMP=share_btn_tw
It's not all about doping: Olympic medical history includes doctors 'in sheds' waiting for swimmers, a gymnast injured by a hat pin, and a marathoner who had to steal peaches to keep himself going.Wed, 10 Aug 2016 17:10:00 GMThttps://www.theguardian.com/science/the-h-word/2016/aug/09/medicine-olympics-a-bluffers-guide-to-120-years-of-medical-history?CMP=share_btn_twx9brihcx9historyculturesx9moderncontemporaryx9artsandlawEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - July 2016http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/july.aspx
Potential for chaos on the London underground, using Virtual Reality for military training and more...Wed, 10 Aug 2016 16:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/july.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsBreakthrough test for brain injuryhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/Breakthrough-test-for-brain-injury.aspx
﻿A team from the University of Birmingham and the city's Queen Elizabeth Hospital have developed a simple blood test to detect brain injury.Wed, 10 Aug 2016 15:14:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/Breakthrough-test-for-brain-injury.aspxbrain injuryBBC reportUniversity of BirminghamUniversity of Birmingham signs agreement with forward-thinking Chinese institutionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/University-of-Birmingham-signs-agreement-with-forward-thinking-Chinese-institution.aspx
The University of Birmingham has signed an agreement with the Shenzhen-based Southern University of Science and Technology of China (SUSTech), in a partnership that will explore opportunities for research collaboration and a collaborative programme of doctoral studies.Wed, 10 Aug 2016 14:04:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/University-of-Birmingham-signs-agreement-with-forward-thinking-Chinese-institution.aspxresearch collaboration with ChinaChina Institutedoctoral researchInternational Visitorsinternational researchScience and technologyepsrailwayStatement in response to research article published in Science Translational Medicinehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/statement-in-response-to-research-article-published-in-science-translational-medicine.aspx
In response to the research article published in Science Translational Medicine on the 3rd August 2016, 'Relationship between vaginal microbial dysbiosis, inflammation, and pregnancy outcomes in cervical cerclage by Kindinger et al' and the media response printed on 04/08/2016.Mon, 08 Aug 2016 10:07:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/08/statement-in-response-to-research-article-published-in-science-translational-medicine.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesMuch ado about Shakespeare: UK hosts global Bard summithttps://www.theguardian.com/culture/2016/aug/01/much-ado-about-shakespeare-uk-hosts-global-bard-summit
An article in The Guardian about the World Shakespeare Conference 2016, co-hosted by the Shakespeare Institute, the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, Shakespeare's Globe, the London Shakespeare Centre and King's College London.Wed, 03 Aug 2016 15:19:00 GMThttps://www.theguardian.com/culture/2016/aug/01/much-ado-about-shakespeare-uk-hosts-global-bard-summitx9shakespearex9edacsx9artsandlawArts humanitiesWhat did Europe mean to William Shakespeare?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/07/What-did-Europe-mean-to-William-Shakespeare.aspx
Shortly after the news of the referendum result, I heard some English politicians being interviewed on BBC radio. One of them remarked with apparent satisfaction that membership of the European Union had now been rejected by a majority of 'our countrymen.' Another, a woman, observed that the entire referendum campaign had been a very masculine affair, and pointed to her adversary's telling use of the word 'countrymen.' 'I'm sorry,' he replied, 'I have been reading the works of our national poet, and it must have affected my vocabulary.'Thu, 28 Jul 2016 15:18:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/07/What-did-Europe-mean-to-William-Shakespeare.aspxShakespeareShakespeare 400Shakespeare InstituteMichael Dobsoneu-refWhat did Europe mean to William Shakespeare?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/07/What-did-Europe-mean-to-William-Shakespeare.aspx
Shortly after the news of the referendum result, I heard some English politicians being interviewed on BBC radio. One of them remarked with apparent satisfaction that membership of the European Union had now been rejected by a majority of 'our countrymen.' Another, a woman, observed that the entire referendum campaign had been a very masculine affair, and pointed to her adversary's telling use of the word 'countrymen.' 'I'm sorry,' he replied, 'I have been reading the works of our national poet, and it must have affected my vocabulary.'Thu, 28 Jul 2016 15:18:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/07/What-did-Europe-mean-to-William-Shakespeare.aspxShakespeareShakespeare 400Shakespeare InstituteMichael Dobsoneu-refMacbeth Macbeth; Birmingham Shakespeare scholar creates new fiction inside the King's murder chamberhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/Macbeth-Macbeth-Birmingham-Shakespeare-scholar-creates-new-fiction-inside-the-King's-murder-chamber.aspx
University of Birmingham Shakespeare Institute scholar, Professor Ewan Fernie, of the Shakespeare Institute has co-authored a new work of fiction, Macbeth Macbeth, based on the Scottish play. The novel, by Fernie and Professor Simon Palfrey of the University of Oxford, is a response to Shakespeare's play that turns into its own entirely new work of fiction.Thu, 28 Jul 2016 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/Macbeth-Macbeth-Birmingham-Shakespeare-scholar-creates-new-fiction-inside-the-King's-murder-chamber.aspxShakespeare 400ShakespeareShakespeare InstituteEwan FernieMacbethWilliam ShakespeareInternational Shakespeare Scholars meet for 10th World Congress in London and Stratford Upon-Avonhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/International-Shakespeare-Scholars-meet-for-10th-World-Congress-in-London-and-Stratford-Upon-Avon.aspx
Over 800 Shakespeare scholars from more than 48 countries are gathering in Stratford Upon-Avon and London for the 10th World Shakespeare Congress, to explore and honour the Bard's work some 400 years after his death.Wed, 27 Jul 2016 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/International-Shakespeare-Scholars-meet-for-10th-World-Congress-in-London-and-Stratford-Upon-Avon.aspxShakespeareShakespeare 400Shakespeare InstituteWorld Shakespeare CongressStratford-upon-AvonSport Policy Centre Hosts Olympian Workshophttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/sport-policy-centre/commentary-box/2016/Sport-Policy-Centre-Hosts-Olympian-Workshop.aspx
On Thursday 30th June 2016, the Sport Policy Centre at the University of Birmingham held a workshop for the Olympian Project entitled; 'Giving Voice to GB Olympians'.Mon, 25 Jul 2016 14:42:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/sport-policy-centre/commentary-box/2016/Sport-Policy-Centre-Hosts-Olympian-Workshop.aspxolympicsChinese city migrant children buck obesity trendhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/07/Chinese-city-migrant-children-buck-obesity-trend.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham have found that the children of migrants to Chinese cities have lower rates of obesity than youngsters in more affluent established urban families.Fri, 22 Jul 2016 16:39:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/07/Chinese-city-migrant-children-buck-obesity-trend.aspxChina InstitutechinaGuangzhouobesityUniversity of Birminghamx9mdsx9mdsresearchxx9lifesciencesx9mdsappliedResearch suggests that diabetes could be due to failure of beta cell 'hubs'http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/Research-suggests-that-diabetes-could-be-due-to-failure-of-beta-cell-hubs.aspx
The significant role of beta cell 'hubs' in the pancreas has been demonstrated for the first time, suggesting that diabetes may due to the failure of a privileged few cells, rather than the behaviour of all cells.Thu, 21 Jul 2016 17:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/Research-suggests-that-diabetes-could-be-due-to-failure-of-beta-cell-hubs.aspxdiabetesinsulindavid hodsonoptogeneticsbeta cellscell metabolismChinese media chiefs sign agreement with University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/Chinese-media-chiefs-sign-agreement-with-University-of-Birmingham.aspx
Chinese media chiefs visited the Shakespeare Institute, in Stratford-upon-Avon to sign an agreement to collaborate on publishing the University of Birmingham's work in China.Thu, 21 Jul 2016 11:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/Chinese-media-chiefs-sign-agreement-with-University-of-Birmingham.aspxchinaChina InstituteShakespeare InstituteUniversity of BirminghamProfessor Michael DobsonPhoenix Publishing & Media GroupShakespeareWilliam ShakespeareStratford-upon-AvonGP records indicate long term effects on patients of 'mini-strokes'http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/gp-records-indicate-long-term-effects-on-patients-of-mini-strokes.aspx
New findings from the University of Birmingham challenge the 'transient' nature of mini-strokes and provide insight into the long term impact of an under-recognised condition. TIA patients in the study consulted their GPs more frequently than similarly aged patients for fatigue, cognitive impairment and anxiety or depression.Wed, 20 Jul 2016 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/gp-records-indicate-long-term-effects-on-patients-of-mini-strokes.aspxstroketransient ischemic attacksTIAgrace turnerpatient recordsGPsEJoNeuropean journal of neurologyChinese city migrant children buck obesity trendhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/Chinese-city-migrant-children-buck-obesity-trend.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham have found that the children of migrants to Chinese cities have lower rates of obesity than youngsters in more affluent established urban families.Wed, 13 Jul 2016 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/Chinese-city-migrant-children-buck-obesity-trend.aspxChina InstitutechinaGuangzhouobesityUniversity of BirminghamResearch suggests common blood cancer could be prevented before it developshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/research-suggests-common-blood-cancer-could-be-prevented-before-it-develops.aspx
Researchers from the University of Birmingham and hospitals across the West Midlands have revealed how a common symptomless condition can develop into the blood cancer myeloma.Mon, 11 Jul 2016 08:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/research-suggests-common-blood-cancer-could-be-prevented-before-it-develops.aspxbone marrowblood cancerleukaemiamyelomacancerbloodwisedan tennantThe DECIDE Team in Galway: 13th to 17th June 2016http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/decide/news/The-DECIDE-Team-in-Galway.aspx
Wed, 06 Jul 2016 14:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/decide/news/The-DECIDE-Team-in-Galway.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesAntibiotics unnecessarily prescribed for conjunctivitis in childrenhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/06/research-finds-that-antibiotics-are-unnecessarily-prescribed-for-conjunctivitis-in-children.aspx
New research from the University of Birmingham has found that a number of policies used by childcare providers for conjunctivitis are contrary to national guidance, and lead to unnecessary prescription of antibiotics and exclusion of children from nurseries.Wed, 06 Jul 2016 13:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/06/research-finds-that-antibiotics-are-unnecessarily-prescribed-for-conjunctivitis-in-children.aspxconjunctivitisKate Jollysamuel finnikinbjgpGuidelineschildrennurseryx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9mdsappliedResearch finds that antibiotics are unnecessarily prescribed for conjunctivitis in childrenhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/research-finds-that-antibiotics-are-unnecessarily-prescribed-for-conjunctivitis-in-children.aspx
New research from the University of Birmingham has found that a number of policies used by childcare providers for conjunctivitis are contrary to national guidance, and lead to unnecessary prescription of antibiotics and exclusion of children from nurseries.Wed, 06 Jul 2016 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/07/research-finds-that-antibiotics-are-unnecessarily-prescribed-for-conjunctivitis-in-children.aspxconjunctivitisKate Jollysamuel finnikinbjgpGuidelineschildrennurseryBirmingham researchers devise test to predict sepsis in burns patientshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/researchers-devise-test-to-predict-sepsis-in-burns-patients.aspx
Researchers have created a potentially life-saving new test that will allow clinicians to predict which burn victims will develop sepsis during their treatment.Thu, 30 Jun 2016 10:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/researchers-devise-test-to-predict-sepsis-in-burns-patients.aspxburnsJanet LordsrmrcQEHBbiomarkersNeutrophilsAlison seizes her second chancehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Alison-seizes-her-second-chance.aspx
Tue, 28 Jun 2016 15:20:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Alison-seizes-her-second-chance.aspxParalympicsUB SportEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - June 2016http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/june.aspx
A second discovery for the Gravitational Wave group, robot Betty goes to work and more...Mon, 20 Jun 2016 17:36:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/june.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsCapgemini praises students from the Business School for the fifth year in a row…http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2016/june/capgemini-community-challenge-2016.aspx
June saw the fifth year of the University of Birmingham Capgemini Community Challenge, designed and led through a unique partnership between Birmingham Business School and Careers Network. The Challenge is unique to Birmingham, whereby 25 Business School and Computer Science students spend a week working at Capgemini's offices in teams of five to deliver a tangible and sustainable solution to a real third sector client.Mon, 20 Jun 2016 15:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2016/june/capgemini-community-challenge-2016.aspxBusiness SchoolCapgeminicapgemini challengecapgemini community challengecareers networkBirmingham in the Congo: Birmingham research showcased at history festival in Brazzavillehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/lcahm/departments/languages/sections/french/news/2016/sebe-birmingham-congo.aspx
Dr Berny Sèbe, Senior Lecturer in Colonial and Postcolonial Studies, gave a keynote lecture at the third edition of the international history festival "Images & History" (Images & Histoire), which took place between 6 and 15 May in the capital of the Republic of the Congo.Fri, 17 Jun 2016 13:18:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/lcahm/departments/languages/sections/french/news/2016/sebe-birmingham-congo.aspxx9frenchx9languagesx9lcahmx9artsandlawArts humanitiesThe University of Birmingham and Nankai University agree research and teaching collaborationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/The-University-of-Birmingham-and-Nankai-University-agree-research-and-teaching-collaboration.aspx
The University of Birmingham and Nankai University have signed a formal agreement to work together on research and teaching.Thu, 16 Jun 2016 16:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/The-University-of-Birmingham-and-Nankai-University-agree-research-and-teaching-collaboration.aspxChina InstituteUniversity of BirminghamresearchteachingchinaNankai UniversityArticle featured in MRC Lifehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2016/Article-featured-in-MRC-Life.aspx
Professor Janet Lord, Director of the Centre for Musculoskeletal Ageing Research appeared on the BBC's How to Stay Young programme on Thursday 7th April at 9pm, offering her expertise on the 'Sit to Rise' test, an easy-to-administer test, measuring flexibility and strength in older people.Tue, 14 Jun 2016 15:12:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2016/Article-featured-in-MRC-Life.aspxCMARCentre for musculoskeletal ageing researchMOOC - Metabolomics: Understanding Metabolism in the 21st Centuryhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2016/MOOC-Metabolomics-Understanding-Metabolism-in-the-21st-Century.aspx
CMAR member and Co-Director of the Birmingham Metabolomics Training Centre, Dr Warwick Dunn designed, developed and run a massive open online course (MOOCs for short) titled "Metabolomics: Understanding Metabolism in the 21st Century".Tue, 14 Jun 2016 15:12:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2016/MOOC-Metabolomics-Understanding-Metabolism-in-the-21st-Century.aspxCMARMOOCBirmingham Metabolomics Training CentremetabolomicsPhenome Centre BirminghamQueen's Birthday Honours for University of Birmingham peoplehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/queens-birthday-honours.aspx
Queen's Birthday Honours for University of Birmingham people.Mon, 13 Jun 2016 13:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/queens-birthday-honours.aspxQueen’s Birthday HonoursUniversity of BirminghamSir Stanley WellsProfessor Celia MossProfessor Colin John WarbrickTerry MorganAlan MurdochFunding and finding films: British cinema and Brexithttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/06/Funding-and-finding-films-British-cinema-and-Brexit.aspx
So many books with 'European cinema' in their titles have excellent chapters on Spanish, German, Italian, French and even British cinema, but say nothing about the subject that their covers promise. European cinema denies any hierarchy of its many languages, mixes and matches its stars and treats genres like play-doh.Thu, 09 Jun 2016 17:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/06/Funding-and-finding-films-British-cinema-and-Brexit.aspxeu-refeu-referendumCinemaEuropean and North American filmfilm and television studiescreative industriesFunding and finding films: British cinema and Brexithttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/06/Funding-and-finding-films-British-cinema-and-Brexit.aspx
So many books with 'European cinema' in their titles have excellent chapters on Spanish, German, Italian, French and even British cinema, but say nothing about the subject that their covers promise. European cinema denies any hierarchy of its many languages, mixes and matches its stars and treats genres like play-doh.Thu, 09 Jun 2016 17:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/06/Funding-and-finding-films-British-cinema-and-Brexit.aspxeu-refeu-referendumCinemaEuropean and North American filmfilm and television studiescreative industriesBirmingham Business School scores 'world-first' accreditation for online MBAhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2016/june/online-MBA-accreditation.aspx
The University of Birmingham's online MBA is the first in the world to receive formal accreditation from one of the leading authorities on postgraduate business education.Thu, 09 Jun 2016 17:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2016/june/online-MBA-accreditation.aspxonline mbaMBAmba-newsBirmingham Business School scores 'world-first' accreditation for online MBAhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/birmingham-business-school-amba-accreditation.aspx
The University of Birmingham's online MBA is the first in the world to receive formal accreditation from one of the leading authorities on postgraduate business education.Thu, 09 Jun 2016 15:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/birmingham-business-school-amba-accreditation.aspxUniversity of Birmingham.Association of MBAsAMBAonline mbabirmingham business schoolBusiness SchoolUniversity scientist recognised with NIHR awardhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/06/university-scientist-recognised-with-NIHR-award.aspx
Dr Alexandra Sinclair, A National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Clinician Scientist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Birmingham has been recognised with a national award for her research work.Thu, 09 Jun 2016 11:59:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/06/university-scientist-recognised-with-NIHR-award.aspxx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9mdsmetabolismMobile laboratories help track Zika spread across Brazilhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/Mobile-laboratories-help-track-Zika-spread-across-Brazil.aspx
Researchers from the University of Birmingham are working with health partners in Brazil to combat the spread of Zika virus by deploying a pair of mobile DNA sequencing laboratories on a medical 'road trip' through the worst-hit areas of the country.Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/Mobile-laboratories-help-track-Zika-spread-across-Brazil.aspxZikavirusBrazilDr Nick LomanUniversity of BirminghamPhenome Centre Birmingham - Grand Openinghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2016/Phenome-Centre-Birmingham-Grand-Opening.aspx
﻿On May the 23rd , the Phenome Centre Birmingham officially launched with a grand opening and one day scientific symposium on clinical metabolic phenotyping.Tue, 07 Jun 2016 09:46:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2016/Phenome-Centre-Birmingham-Grand-Opening.aspxCMARCentre for musculoskeletal ageing researchPhenome Centre BirminghamAngina drug could inform a new strategy to fight cryptococcosishttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/Angina-drug-could-inform-a-new-strategy-to-fight-cryptococcosis.aspx
A drug, more commonly used in the treatment of angina, could be the focus of a new strategy in fighting the fatal fungal infection cryptococcosis.Tue, 07 Jun 2016 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/06/Angina-drug-could-inform-a-new-strategy-to-fight-cryptococcosis.aspxcryptococcosisbiosciecnesrobin mayanginadrugdrug discoveryControl of Movement and Active Ageing Open Dayhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2016/Control-of-Movement-and-Active-Ageing-Open-Day.aspx
﻿Are you interested in learning about the control of movement and the ability to remain active in older age? We would like to invite you to an open day at the School of Sports Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences on Tuesday the 21 of June 2016Mon, 06 Jun 2016 13:51:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2016/Control-of-Movement-and-Active-Ageing-Open-Day.aspxCMARCentre for musculoskeletal ageing researchLi Siguang Scholarship awarded to CeSMA PHD studenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/research/news/2016/li-siguang-scholarship.aspx
Xie Chen awarded Li Siguang PhD Scholarship to complete her thesis 'Collection and patronage of the arts by Tang courts'Mon, 06 Jun 2016 11:40:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/research/news/2016/li-siguang-scholarship.aspxx9brihcx9historyculturesx9historyx9cesmax9calgsArts humanitiesx9historyofartBrexit Poll of Polls: Undecided voters hold the balancehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/06/Brexit-Poll-of-Polls-Undecided-voters-hold-the-balance..aspx
Welcome to the University of Birmingham's Poll of Polls for Britain's European Union referendum. From now until the vote on 23 June, we will be assessing all the major surveys of public opinion to assess what can and cannot be said with confidence about the state of the campaign.Thu, 02 Jun 2016 16:31:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/06/Brexit-Poll-of-Polls-Undecided-voters-hold-the-balance..aspxpolleu-refeu-referendumbrexitdebatepoll-poll-newsBrexit Poll of Polls: Undecided voters hold the balancehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/06/Brexit-Poll-of-Polls-Undecided-voters-hold-the-balance..aspx
Welcome to the University of Birmingham's Poll of Polls for Britain's European Union referendum. From now until the vote on 23 June, we will be assessing all the major surveys of public opinion to assess what can and cannot be said with confidence about the state of the campaign.Thu, 02 Jun 2016 16:31:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/06/Brexit-Poll-of-Polls-Undecided-voters-hold-the-balance..aspxpolleu-refeu-referendumbrexitdebatepoll-poll-newsUnder the Microscope: A Q&A with Professor Subrata Ghoshhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/06/subrata-ghosh-under-the-microscope.aspx
Under the Microscope: A Q&A with Professor Subrata Ghosh, Director of the Institute of Translational Medicine (ITM) and Professor of Translational Medicine at the University of Birmingham.Wed, 01 Jun 2016 09:39:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/06/subrata-ghosh-under-the-microscope.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesResearch explains the role of the gene BRCA1 in DNA repairhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/research-explains-the-role-of-the-gene-BRCA1-in-DNA-repair.aspx
Scientists at the University of Birmingham are a step closer to understanding the role of the gene BRCA1. Changes in this gene are associated with a high risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer.Mon, 30 May 2016 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/research-explains-the-role-of-the-gene-BRCA1-in-DNA-repair.aspxBreast cancercancerOvarian cancerBRCA1genesTaking Shakespeare to the worldhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2016/taking-shakespeare.aspx
The University's involvement in Shakespeare's 400th anniversary weekend made headlines around the world.Fri, 27 May 2016 13:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2016/taking-shakespeare.aspxx9shakespearex9edacsx9artsandlawArts humanitiesTrial launches for children's brain tumour, ependymomahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/trial-launches-for-children's-brain-tumour-ependymoma.aspx
The University of Birmingham's Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit will coordinate the UK arm of a large international clinical trial for a type of children's brain tumour, called ependymoma.Fri, 27 May 2016 10:35:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/trial-launches-for-children's-brain-tumour-ependymoma.aspxcrukPam KearnsPamela Kearnsependymomabrain tumourClinical Trial UnitUnderstanding how chimpanzee behaviour in zoos differs from their natural environmenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/05/Understanding-how-chimpanzee-behaviour-in-zoos-differs-from-their-natural-environment.aspx
Going to see great apes in the zoo has been part of UK culture since 1835, when the first chimpanzee arrived at London Zoo. But our understanding of great apes' natural behaviour, and thus their welfare needs while in captivity, has changed radically following decades of field studies on wild apes. This includes our own five-year study on orangutans in Indonesia. This improved knowledge has led some to question if we should continue to keep great apes in captivity.Thu, 26 May 2016 15:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/05/Understanding-how-chimpanzee-behaviour-in-zoos-differs-from-their-natural-environment.aspxapeschimpanzeestwycross zoozoozoologistanimal behaviourenclosure design toolUnderstanding how chimpanzee behaviour in zoos differs from their natural environmenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/05/Understanding-how-chimpanzee-behaviour-in-zoos-differs-from-their-natural-environment.aspx
Going to see great apes in the zoo has been part of UK culture since 1835, when the first chimpanzee arrived at London Zoo. But our understanding of great apes' natural behaviour, and thus their welfare needs while in captivity, has changed radically following decades of field studies on wild apes. This includes our own five-year study on orangutans in Indonesia. This improved knowledge has led some to question if we should continue to keep great apes in captivity.Thu, 26 May 2016 15:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/05/Understanding-how-chimpanzee-behaviour-in-zoos-differs-from-their-natural-environment.aspxapeschimpanzeestwycross zoozoozoologistanimal behaviourenclosure design toolEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - May 2016http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/may.aspx
Restarting the Large Hadron Collider, 'cold-power' technologies, backed by the Government's Thermal Energy Research Accelerator and more...Wed, 25 May 2016 11:40:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/may.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsUniversity of Birmingham launches £5m investment to double business spinoutshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/5m-investment-to-double-spinouts.aspx
The University of Birmingham has launched a £5m investment plan to double the number of commercial spin outs within five years.Tue, 24 May 2016 15:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/5m-investment-to-double-spinouts.aspxspin outuniversity of birmighamAlta InnovationsFrom Chernobyl and cholera to reworking Shakespeare, Birmingham scholars take to the stage at Hayhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/From-Chernobyl-and-cholera-to-reworking-Shakespeare-Birmingham-scholars-take-to-the-stage-at-Hay.aspx
How are victims of Haiti's cholera outbreak being supported six years on? What can a new generation of nuclear reactors learn from Chernobyl and Fukushima? And how can one of Shakespeare's darkest plays become an even darker work of fiction?Mon, 23 May 2016 09:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/From-Chernobyl-and-cholera-to-reworking-Shakespeare-Birmingham-scholars-take-to-the-stage-at-Hay.aspxhay festivalliteratureArtsnuclearHaiticholeraShakespeareShakespeare 400Shakespeare InstituteChernobylEnhancing treatments for disease and ageing at Phenome Centre Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/Phenome-Centre-Birmingham.aspx
Birmingham will be boosted in its efforts to tackle key medical challenges, such as disease diagnosis, identification of the right treatments and improving the health of ageing populations, by the official opening of the Phenome Centre Birmingham today.Mon, 23 May 2016 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/Phenome-Centre-Birmingham.aspxShould we stay or should we go? Immigration, Brexit and the status quohttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/05/Should-we-stay-or-should-we-go-Immigration-Brexit-and-the-status-quo.aspx
The desire to reduce immigration to the mythical tens of thousands promised by the Coalition and subsequent Conservative administrations, through regaining control of borders allegedly governed by Europe, was largely featured in the first call for an in/out EU referendum, and later in the lobbying of the Leave campaign. There are a range of possible scenarios in the event of a vote to stay in the EU or to leave, but whatever the outcome of the referendum, it is likely there will be little change in net migration figures.Thu, 19 May 2016 17:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/05/Should-we-stay-or-should-we-go-Immigration-Brexit-and-the-status-quo.aspxeu-refeu-referendumimmigrationmigrationsuperdiversityShould we stay or should we go? Immigration, Brexit and the status quohttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/05/Should-we-stay-or-should-we-go-Immigration-Brexit-and-the-status-quo.aspx
The desire to reduce immigration to the mythical tens of thousands promised by the Coalition and subsequent Conservative administrations, through regaining control of borders allegedly governed by Europe, was largely featured in the first call for an in/out EU referendum, and later in the lobbying of the Leave campaign. There are a range of possible scenarios in the event of a vote to stay in the EU or to leave, but whatever the outcome of the referendum, it is likely there will be little change in net migration figures.Thu, 19 May 2016 17:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/05/Should-we-stay-or-should-we-go-Immigration-Brexit-and-the-status-quo.aspxeu-refeu-referendumimmigrationmigrationsuperdiversityBirmingham water experts help China clean sewage treatmenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/global-engagement/china-institute/news/Birmingham-water-experts-help-China-clean-sewage-treatment.aspx
Experts at the University of Birmingham have developed a unique device that could help to make wastewater treatment plants in China run more effectively – cutting costs and emissions of planet-warming greenhouse gases.Tue, 17 May 2016 16:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/global-engagement/china-institute/news/Birmingham-water-experts-help-China-clean-sewage-treatment.aspxchinaBirmingham water experts develop device to save liveshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/Birmingham-water-experts-develop-device-to-save-lives.aspx
Experts at the University of Birmingham have developed a unique device that could save lives around the globe by quickly and simply testing whether water supplies are safe to drink – particularly in refugee camps and disaster zones.Tue, 17 May 2016 13:51:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/Birmingham-water-experts-develop-device-to-save-lives.aspxFluorescence correlation spectroscopypollutantsUniversity of Birminghamwater suppliesrefugee campsdisaster zonesDepartment of Civil Engineeringfluorescencesafe to drink323epsnewscivInterfaces Team Enjoy Joint Field Experiment in Brittanyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/interfaces/news/2016/Interfaces-Project-Team-Enjoy-Joint-Field-Experiment-in-Brittany.aspx
Mon, 16 May 2016 16:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/interfaces/news/2016/Interfaces-Project-Team-Enjoy-Joint-Field-Experiment-in-Brittany.aspxresearchinterfacesRennesJoint Field ExperimentLung Cancer Study Dayhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/inflammation-ageing/news/lung-cancer-study-day.aspx
Dr Alice Turner and Dr Babu Naidu from the Institute of Inflammation and Ageing to speak at a Lung Cancer Study Day to be held at the Centre for Professional Development, Medical School.Mon, 16 May 2016 14:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/inflammation-ageing/news/lung-cancer-study-day.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesNine out of 10 international students satisfied with Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/Nine-out-of-10-international-students-satisfied-with-Birmingham.aspx
Nine out of 10 international students are satisfied at the University of Birmingham and more than eight out of 10 would recommend it to others – a leading survey reveals.Mon, 16 May 2016 11:07:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/Nine-out-of-10-international-students-satisfied-with-Birmingham.aspxUniversity of BirminghamInternational Student Barometerinternational studentsISBInfluential Singapore business leaders back University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/Influential-Singapore-business-leaders-back-University-of-Birmingham.aspx
Influential business leaders in Singapore have joined forces to help the University of Birmingham develop new research opportunities and business partnerships across South East Asia.Fri, 13 May 2016 16:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/Influential-Singapore-business-leaders-back-University-of-Birmingham.aspxSingapore Advisory GroupUniversity of BirminghamalumniSingaporeinternationalStroke awareness: are mini strokes being overlooked?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/05/Stroke-awareness-are-mini-strokes-being-overlooked.aspx
May is Stroke Awareness Month. But are transient ischaemic attacks (TIAs), or 'mini-strokes' really that transient and are they being overlooked by both clinicians and policy makers?Thu, 12 May 2016 15:33:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/05/Stroke-awareness-are-mini-strokes-being-overlooked.aspxstrokestroke groupsTIAMedical ResearchStroke awareness: are mini strokes being overlooked?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/05/Stroke-awareness-are-mini-strokes-being-overlooked.aspx
May is Stroke Awareness Month. But are transient ischaemic attacks (TIAs), or 'mini-strokes' really that transient and are they being overlooked by both clinicians and policy makers?Thu, 12 May 2016 15:33:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/05/Stroke-awareness-are-mini-strokes-being-overlooked.aspxstrokestroke groupsTIAMedical ResearchINTERFACES Fellows Present at EGU2016http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/interfaces/news/2016/EGU2016.aspx
Thu, 12 May 2016 09:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/interfaces/news/2016/EGU2016.aspxEGU2016 Viktor Baranov Poster Presentation Amaia Marruedo Karlie McDonald MArta AntonelliProlonged breath holds of over five minutes could help in targeted radiotherapyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/breath-holds-of-five-minutes-targeted-radiotherapy.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham working with clinical teams at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust have successfully shown for the first time that breast cancer patients can be trained to achieve single prolonged breath holds of over five minutes, opening the door for targeted radiotherapy to be administered with just one dose in each daily session.Thu, 12 May 2016 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/breath-holds-of-five-minutes-targeted-radiotherapy.aspxbreath holdingradiotherapyPatients and doctors in Brazil need better education on leprosyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/05/Patients-and-doctors-in-Brazil-need-better-education-on-leprosy.aspx
Better education for both patients and doctors on how to spot the early symptoms of leprosy would help to reduce cases of the disease in Brazil, according to a study led by researchers at the University of Birmingham.﻿﻿﻿Wed, 11 May 2016 11:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/05/Patients-and-doctors-in-Brazil-need-better-education-on-leprosy.aspxUniverisity of BirminghamMedical ResearchleprosyBrazilresearchx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9mdsimmunologyx9mdslifesciencesStudy finds no evidence linking weekend staffing levels in hospitals to mortalityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/study-finds-no-evidence-linking-weekend-staffing-levels-in-hospitals-to-mortality.aspx
The 'weekend effect' – that patients admitted to hospital over the weekend are at an increased risk of death – overshadows a much more complex pattern of weekly changes in quality of care, which are unlikely to be addressed by simply increasing the availability of hospital doctors on Saturdays and Sundays.Wed, 11 May 2016 00:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/study-finds-no-evidence-linking-weekend-staffing-levels-in-hospitals-to-mortality.aspxHospitalweekendstaffingPatients and doctors in Brazil need better education on leprosyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/Patients-and-doctors-in-Brazil-need-better-education-on-leprosy.aspx
Better education for both patients and doctors on how to spot the early symptoms of leprosy would help to reduce cases of the disease in Brazil, according to a study led by researchers at the University of Birmingham.﻿﻿﻿Tue, 10 May 2016 11:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/Patients-and-doctors-in-Brazil-need-better-education-on-leprosy.aspxUniverisity of BirminghamMedical ResearchleprosyBrazilresearchInsitute of Inflammation & Ageing Launch Workshop 2016http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/inflammation-ageing/news/iia-launch-workshop-2016.aspx
The Institute of Inflammation and Ageing held its inaugural workshop event on Friday 8th April 2016. The event was hosted and chaired by Institute Director, Professor Janet Lord, (who was recently featured in the BBC programme 'How To Stay Young') and Deputy Director Professor Chris Buckley.Mon, 09 May 2016 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/inflammation-ageing/news/iia-launch-workshop-2016.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesSurgery death rates three times higher in lower income countrieshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/04/Surgery-patients-in-LICs-have-greater-risk-of-dying.aspx
New research has shown that patients undergoing emergency surgery in lower income countries have a three times greater chance of dying than in higher income countries.Wed, 04 May 2016 16:33:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/04/Surgery-patients-in-LICs-have-greater-risk-of-dying.aspxsurgeryGlobal healthInequalities in HealthUniversity of BirminghamGlobalSurgDr Aneel Bhangux9mdsresearchx9mdscancer-genomicsx9mdslifesciencesSurgery patients in lower income countries have three times greater risk of dyinghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/Surgery-patients-in-LICs-have-greater-risk-of-dying.aspx
New research has shown that patients undergoing emergency surgery in lower income countries have a three times greater chance of dying than in higher income countries.Wed, 04 May 2016 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/05/Surgery-patients-in-LICs-have-greater-risk-of-dying.aspxsurgeryGlobal healthInequalities in HealthUniversity of BirminghamGlobalSurgDr Aneel BhanguOn behalf of the German Shakespeare Society...http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/Documents/college-artslaw/shakespeare/2016/Grußwort-Shakespeare-Institute-message-for-Michael-Dobson.pdf
A letter from the President of the German Shakespeare Society to the Shakespeare Institute.Tue, 03 May 2016 10:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/Documents/college-artslaw/shakespeare/2016/Grußwort-Shakespeare-Institute-message-for-Michael-Dobson.pdfx9shakespearex9edacsx9artsandlawExposure to particulate air pollutants associated with numerous cancershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/particulate-air-pollutants-associated-with-numerous-cancers-Hong-Kong.aspx
Researchers have found that long-term exposure to environmental pollutants was associated with increased risk of mortality for many types of cancer in an elderly Hong Kong population.Fri, 29 Apr 2016 05:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/particulate-air-pollutants-associated-with-numerous-cancers-Hong-Kong.aspxFrom Birmingham to Paris: MA World Heritage Students visit UNESCOhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2016/from-birmingham-to-paris.aspx
As part of the MA Programme in World Heritage Studies students from the UK, China, Russia, Taiwan, Brazil and Finland visited the UNESCO World Heritage Centre in Paris to engage in lively debate with specialists.Tue, 26 Apr 2016 11:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2016/from-birmingham-to-paris.aspxx9ironbridgex9artsandlawx9historyculturesArts humanitiesVaccinations are more effective when administered in the morninghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/vaccinations-more-effective-in-the-morning.aspx
New research from the University of Birmingham has shown that flu vaccinations are more effective when administered in the morning. The findings, published in the journal Vaccine, suggest administering vaccinations in the morning, rather than the afternoon, could induce greater, and thus more protective, antibody responses.Tue, 26 Apr 2016 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/vaccinations-more-effective-in-the-morning.aspxvaccinevaccinationJanet LordAnna PhillipsfluinfluenzacircadianMRCantibodiesUniversity of BirminghamNational Centre for Miscarriage Research officially openshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/Birmingham-Tommys-Centre-for-Miscarriage-Research.aspx
The UK's first national research centre dedicated to early miscarriage will open today, funded by Tommy's, the UK baby charity that funds research into miscarriage, stillbirth and premature birth.Mon, 25 Apr 2016 09:21:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/Birmingham-Tommys-Centre-for-Miscarriage-Research.aspxMiscarriageArri Coomarasamytommy'sfundingBirmingham continues to climb university league tablehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/Birmingham-continues-to-climb-university-league-table.aspx
The University of Birmingham has risen to 15th in the UK university league tables with 50 per cent of its subjects in the top 10 and three subjects rated number one in the country.Mon, 25 Apr 2016 09:10:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/Birmingham-continues-to-climb-university-league-table.aspxComplete University Guide 2017University of Birminghamleague tableYoung scientist wins 2 prestigious awardshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/cancer-genomics/news/2016/aga-gambus-prize.aspx
Aga Gambus was awarded a highly prestigious a Lister Institute Research Prize which provides £200,000 to support her research.Fri, 22 Apr 2016 14:55:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/cancer-genomics/news/2016/aga-gambus-prize.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesEwan Fernie in Belgradehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2016/ewan-belgrade.aspx
Professor Ewan Fernie (Shakespeare Institute) led a day-long event to mark the Shakespeare anniversary in Belgrade.Fri, 22 Apr 2016 14:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2016/ewan-belgrade.aspxx9shakespearex9edacsx9artsandlawArts humanitiesSPC director to become Editor-in-Chiefhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/sport-policy-centre/commentary-box/2016/SPC-director-to-become-Editor-in-Chief-of-renowned-international-journal.aspx
It has been confirmed that the Director of the Sport Policy Centre (SPC), Dr Jonathan Grix, is to take over from Professor Barrie Houlihan as Editor-in-Chief of the renowned International Journal of Sport Policy and Politics from June, 2016.Thu, 21 Apr 2016 10:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/sport-policy-centre/commentary-box/2016/SPC-director-to-become-Editor-in-Chief-of-renowned-international-journal.aspxles-sp-newsEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - April 2016http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/april.aspx
Professor Martin Freer named in The Birmingham Post's Power 250 and more...Wed, 20 Apr 2016 15:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/april.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsGet Involved, South East Asiahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/getinvolvedsoutheastasia.aspx
Thu, 14 Apr 2016 13:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/getinvolvedsoutheastasia.aspxTwo Birmingham teams shortlisted for Cancer Research UK's Grand Challenge awardhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/Birmingham-teams-shortlisted-for-CRUK-Grand-Challenge.aspx
Two multi-disciplinary teams of scientists from the University of Birmingham have been shortlisted for the final stages of Cancer Research UK's global Grand Challenge – an ambitious series of £20m cancer grants tackling some of the toughest questions in cancer research.Thu, 14 Apr 2016 09:18:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/Birmingham-teams-shortlisted-for-CRUK-Grand-Challenge.aspxcrukgrand challengeRoy Bicknellalan rickinsonGraham TaylorEpstein Barr VirusccancervaccinationBirmingham and Illinois recruiting top researchers to tackle global challengeshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/Birmingham-and-Illinois-recruiting-top-researchers-to-tackle-global-challenges.aspx
The University of Birmingham and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign are jointly recruiting top postdoctoral researchers in areas of common interest that also address major global challenges.Thu, 14 Apr 2016 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/Birmingham-and-Illinois-recruiting-top-researchers-to-tackle-global-challenges.aspxUniversity of BirminghamUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaignresearchglobal challengesUKUSABRIDGE fellowshipsShining new light on diabetes treatmenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/Shining-new-light-on-diabetes-treatment.aspx
Researchers have developed a light-activated tool to show how drugs need to be adapted to combat type 2 diabetes.Mon, 11 Apr 2016 11:35:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/04/Shining-new-light-on-diabetes-treatment.aspxFDA Support for Obeticholic Acid (OCA)http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/centres/liver/news/FDA-support-for-obeticholic-acid-OCA.aspx
Work from Birmingham led by Dr Gideon Hirschfield has contributed to FDA approval on April 7th 2016 of the first new drug approved for use in the liver disease primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) in 20 years.Fri, 08 Apr 2016 15:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/centres/liver/news/FDA-support-for-obeticholic-acid-OCA.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesUniversity of Birmingham USA Alumni Society Spring Updatehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/University-of-Birmingham-USA-Alumni-Society-Spring-Update.aspx
Wed, 06 Apr 2016 12:10:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/University-of-Birmingham-USA-Alumni-Society-Spring-Update.aspxNorth American Cultural Societyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/North-American-Cultural-Society.aspx
Tue, 05 Apr 2016 13:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/North-American-Cultural-Society.aspxNew prostate cancer technologyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/new-prostate-cancer-technology.aspx
The traditionally painful test for prostate cancer is set to become a thing of the past for men after researchers in Birmingham developed a new blood screening process.Fri, 01 Apr 2016 08:59:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/new-prostate-cancer-technology.aspxprostate cancerJohn FosseyPaula MendesBirmingham dental school scores Top 50 global hithttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/Birmingham-dental-school-scores-Top-50-global-hit.aspx
The University of Birmingham is among the top 50 places in the world to study dentistry, according to a prestigious global survey of universities.Thu, 24 Mar 2016 18:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/Birmingham-dental-school-scores-Top-50-global-hit.aspxQSQS World University Rankings by Subject 2016DentistryresearchUniverisity of BirminghamSchool of DentistryNew cancer imaging scans to reduce the need for risky surgeryhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/03/imaging-scans-track-down-cancer-cells.aspx
Head and neck cancer patients may no longer have to undergo invasive post-treatment surgery to remove remaining cancer cells, as research shows that innovative scanning-led surveillance can help identify the need for, and guidance of, neck dissection.Thu, 24 Mar 2016 12:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/03/imaging-scans-track-down-cancer-cells.aspxHead and neck cancerHisham Mehannageorge freemanLife Sciencepet-neckscanningcancerUniversity of Birminghamx9mdsresearchx9mdscancer-genomicsx9mdslife-sciencesx9mdsNew imaging scans track down persistent cancer cellshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/imaging-scans-track-down-cancer-cells.aspx
Head and neck cancer patients may no longer have to undergo invasive post-treatment surgery to remove remaining cancer cells, as research shows that innovative scanning-led surveillance can help identify the need for, and guidance of, neck dissection.Wed, 23 Mar 2016 21:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/imaging-scans-track-down-cancer-cells.aspxHead and neck cancerHisham Mehannageorge freemanLife Sciencepet-neckscanningcancerUniversity of Birmingham'The Other Place' Theatre re-opens in Stratford to lead research and creative practice following a University of Birmingham and RSC partnershiphttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/The-Other-Place-Theatre-re-opens-following-a-University-of-Birmingham-and-RSC-partnership.aspx
The iconic studio theatre, The Other Place, in Stratford-upon-Avon has reopened after undergoing a transformation partly funded by the University of Birmingham, in a five-year partnership with the RSC. The doors opened to the public on Monday 21 March with a new theatre tour, From Page to Stage, starting on Thursday 24 March.Mon, 21 Mar 2016 10:20:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/The-Other-Place-Theatre-re-opens-following-a-University-of-Birmingham-and-RSC-partnership.aspxShakespeareshakespeare and educationThe Other PlaceStratford upon AvonShakespeare Instituterscx9shakespearex9topThe University of Birmingham and Huazhong University of Science and Technology agree teaching and research collaborationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/The-University-of-Birmingham-and-Huazhong-University-of-Science-and-Technology-agree-teaching-and-research-collaboration.aspx
The University of Birmingham and Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST) have signed a new agreement to work together on research and teaching.Mon, 21 Mar 2016 10:03:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/The-University-of-Birmingham-and-Huazhong-University-of-Science-and-Technology-agree-teaching-and-research-collaboration.aspxHuazhong University of Science and TechnologyUniversity of BirminghamHUSTWuhanchinapartnershipresearchteachingThe questions raised by freedom of information and arrests made for leaving children home alonehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/03/freedom-of-information-and-arrests-made-for-leaving-children.aspx
﻿Freedom of information requests and the ways these are interpreted by the media can answer important questions and shed light on particular custom and practice, on legal loopholes and on cases of ridiculously outdated law. However, such requests often raise more questions than they answer, highlighting a clear need for rigorous research and enquiry to explore what might be important lines of enquiry.Thu, 17 Mar 2016 14:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/03/freedom-of-information-and-arrests-made-for-leaving-children.aspxchildrensafeguardingSafeguarding Childrenfreedom of informationFreedom of Information ActchildcareThe questions raised by freedom of information and arrests made for leaving children home alonehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/03/freedom-of-information-and-arrests-made-for-leaving-children.aspx
﻿Freedom of information requests and the ways these are interpreted by the media can answer important questions and shed light on particular custom and practice, on legal loopholes and on cases of ridiculously outdated law. However, such requests often raise more questions than they answer, highlighting a clear need for rigorous research and enquiry to explore what might be important lines of enquiry.Thu, 17 Mar 2016 14:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/03/freedom-of-information-and-arrests-made-for-leaving-children.aspxchildrensafeguardingSafeguarding Childrenfreedom of informationFreedom of Information ActchildcareInternational collaboration on financial research could change lives in Africahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/International-collaboration-on-financial-research-could-change-lives-in-Africa.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham are leading work into inclusive finance that could improve people's lives across Africa and other developing countries.Fri, 11 Mar 2016 13:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/International-collaboration-on-financial-research-could-change-lives-in-Africa.aspxbirmingham business schoolafricainclusive financeUniversity of BirminghamResearchers investigate new ways to tackle bile duct cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/Researchers-investigate-new-ways-to-tackle-bile-duct-cancer.aspx
Experts at the University of Birmingham are working with counterparts at the University of Bristol and in Thailand to identify new ways of detecting and treating a form of bile duct cancer that is claiming more and more lives in the UK and across South-East Asia.Wed, 09 Mar 2016 13:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/Researchers-investigate-new-ways-to-tackle-bile-duct-cancer.aspxBile duct cancerUniversity of BirminghamresearchcancerThailandEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - March 2016http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/march.aspx
University of Birmingham and University of Melbourne partnership, Gravitational Waves and more...Tue, 08 Mar 2016 10:13:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/march.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsNew research identifies role of tiny bubbles in teeth cleaninghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/role-of-tiny-bubbles-in-teeth-cleaning.aspx
Research into the science behind ultrasonic scalers, used by dental professionals to remove built up plaque, has identified that the formation of tiny bubbles around the head is key to the cleaning process.Wed, 02 Mar 2016 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/role-of-tiny-bubbles-in-teeth-cleaning.aspxDentistryDamien Walmsleynina vyasplaqueteethteeth cleaningUniversity of BirminghamThe Universities of Birmingham and Melbourne launch innovative global collaborationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/Universities-of-Birmingham-and-Melbourne-global-collaboration.aspx
The University of Birmingham and the University of Melbourne have signed an expansive new agreement to formally collaborate on research, education, and cultural engagement.Wed, 02 Mar 2016 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/03/Universities-of-Birmingham-and-Melbourne-global-collaboration.aspxDavid EastwoodVice ChancellorMelbourneinternational323epsSPC member sheds light on what dedicated football supporters think about Qatar's forthcoming hosting of the 2022 FIFA World Cup finalshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/sport-policy-centre/commentary-box/2016/29Feb-2022-FIFA-World-Cup-finals.aspx
Dedicated football supporters' attitudes towards Qatar's awarding of the 2022 FIFA World Cup do not wholly reflect the morale and logistical panic advocated by various international journalists, politicians and sports officials.Mon, 29 Feb 2016 14:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/sport-policy-centre/commentary-box/2016/29Feb-2022-FIFA-World-Cup-finals.aspxles-sp-newsles-news'Big data' helps to discover key factors driving blood cell specificationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/big-data-genes-blood-cell-specification.aspx
New research led by researchers at the University of Birmingham has identified key factors that drive blood cell development by recapitulating this process in a culture dish. Cells with the ability to give rise to blood are normally specified in the early embryo over a number of developmental stages and eventually form blood stem cells that are maintained for life and generate trillions of blood cells every day.Thu, 25 Feb 2016 17:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/big-data-genes-blood-cell-specification.aspxBirmingham entrepreneurial expert helps understand impact of Chinese changehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/Birmingham-expert-helps-understand-impact-of-Chinese-change.aspx
A University of Birmingham business expert has launched a major new book which could kick-start research and debate around how talented Chinese professionals and entrepreneurs are returning to help shape the economic future of China and the wider world.Thu, 25 Feb 2016 15:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/Birmingham-expert-helps-understand-impact-of-Chinese-change.aspxchinaentrepreneuryipeng liuyipebirmingham business school4-year BBSRC iCASE PhD Studentshiphttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2016/4-year-BBSRC-iCASE-PhD-Studentship.aspx
Wed, 24 Feb 2016 14:46:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2016/4-year-BBSRC-iCASE-PhD-Studentship.aspxIntroducing our new NIHR and BHF research fellowshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/cardiovascular-sciences/news/2016/02/Introducing-our-new-NIHR-and-BHF-research-fellows.aspx
Wed, 24 Feb 2016 13:19:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/cardiovascular-sciences/news/2016/02/Introducing-our-new-NIHR-and-BHF-research-fellows.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesPeriodontitis linked to a higher mortality rate in patients with kidney diseasehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/periodontitis-linked-mortality-kidney-disease-180216.aspx
New findings from the University of Birmingham show that patients with chronic kidney disease patients and periodontitis (severe gum disease) have a higher mortality rate than those with chronic kidney disease alone.Thu, 18 Feb 2016 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/periodontitis-linked-mortality-kidney-disease-180216.aspxDentistryPeriodontitisgum diseasekidneykidney diseaseiain chapplepraveen sharmaEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - February 2016http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/february.aspx
The contribution by Birmingham to the discovery of gravitational waves, commemorating the Luna 9 landings and more...Tue, 16 Feb 2016 14:56:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/february.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsSaudi students focus on Birmingham to promote researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/Saudi-students-focus-on-Birmingham-120216.aspx
The University of Birmingham will welcome over 1,000 Saudi Arabian students from across the UK to an annual conference that will showcase their potential for groundbreaking work and research innovation.Fri, 12 Feb 2016 14:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/Saudi-students-focus-on-Birmingham-120216.aspxsaudi arabiastudentsVice ChancellorChina accused of state sponsored dopinghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/sport-policy-centre/commentary-box/2016/09Feb-China-accused-of-state-sponsored-doping.aspx
In case you missed it, one of China's most famous athletes, Wang Junxia has admitted doping in a letter she and other athletes wrote in 1998.Thu, 11 Feb 2016 09:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/sport-policy-centre/commentary-box/2016/09Feb-China-accused-of-state-sponsored-doping.aspxles-sp-newsSmart cities better defined by new researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/Smart-cities-better-defined-by-new-research-100216.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham have identified a handful of key elements that define 'smart cities'– cities like Singapore and Copenhagen, which are both at the top of their game in using technology to enable their citizens to enjoy a better quality of life, but in different ways.Wed, 10 Feb 2016 16:17:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/Smart-cities-better-defined-by-new-research-100216.aspxsmart citiesSustainabilitySingaporecopenhagenCivil Engineeringnewscivnewscivengnewseng323epsEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - January 2016http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/january.aspx
How Virtual Reality might change our lives in 2016, Birmingham led experiments on the International Space Station and more...Wed, 10 Feb 2016 15:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2016/january.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsEnergy storage experts welcome Brazilian industry chiefs to Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/Energy-storage-experts-welcome-Brazilian-industry-chiefs-030216.aspx
Experts in energy storage research at the University of Birmingham welcomed representatives from businesses and universities across Brazil to explore future partnerships that could see Brazilian cities testing innovative technology.Wed, 03 Feb 2016 15:33:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/Energy-storage-experts-welcome-Brazilian-industry-chiefs-030216.aspxBrazilenergy storageengineering and physical sciences researchepsenergyenergynews323epsSevere drought no longer caused just by naturehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/Severe-drought-020216.aspx
Scientists at the University of Birmingham are calling on drought researchers and managers around the world to consider both human activity and natural phenomena in their battle to preserve increasingly scarce global water supplies.Tue, 02 Feb 2016 11:43:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/02/Severe-drought-020216.aspxdroughtGeographywaterWater SciencesUniversity of Birmingham welcomes the Chinese Year of the Monkeyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/Chinese-Year-of-the-Monkey-290116.aspx
The University of Birmingham's China Institute has marked the Chinese New Year with the help of three world-class musicians. Pianist Di Xiao, cellist Jiaxin Lloyd Webber and violinist Jiafeng Chen performed in the University's Bramall Music Building to staff, students, partners and members of the Chinese community from across the West Midlands and beyond.Fri, 29 Jan 2016 11:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/Chinese-Year-of-the-Monkey-290116.aspxInternationalYear of the Monkey heralds golden opportunity for Chinese research partnershipshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/01/chinese-research-partnerships.aspx
As we enter the Chinese Year of the Monkey in 2016, a new year brings fresh opportunity for the UK to continue building its relationship with China in many areas, not least academic research.Thu, 28 Jan 2016 17:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/01/chinese-research-partnerships.aspxchinaYear of the MonkeyresearchpartnershipUniversity of BirminghamChina InstituteProfessor Jon FramptonYear of the Monkey heralds golden opportunity for Chinese research partnershipshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/01/chinese-research-partnerships.aspx
As we enter the Chinese Year of the Monkey in 2016, a new year brings fresh opportunity for the UK to continue building its relationship with China in many areas, not least academic research.Thu, 28 Jan 2016 17:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2016/01/chinese-research-partnerships.aspxchinaYear of the MonkeyresearchpartnershipUniversity of BirminghamChina InstituteProfessor Jon FramptonBirmingham University Alumni Association Hong Konghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Birmingham-University-Alumni-Association-Hong-Kong.aspx
Tue, 26 Jan 2016 11:40:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Birmingham-University-Alumni-Association-Hong-Kong.aspxHong Kongalumnibirmingham university alumni association of Hong KongBUAAHKAlumni Spotlight in Hong Kong- Frankie Yickhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Alumni-Spotlight-in-Hong-Kong-Frankie-Yick.aspx
Mon, 25 Jan 2016 13:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Alumni-Spotlight-in-Hong-Kong-Frankie-Yick.aspxHong KongalumniGeneva Summit: 30th Anniversary Conferencehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/centres/iccs/news/2015/11/geneva-summit/index.aspx
The Institute for Conflict, Cooperation and Security invited scholars and practitioners to reflect on the legacy of the meeting between Reagan and Gorbachev, exploring what went right, what went wrong, and assessing the prognosis for the future. The central focus of this event was to address the question of how trust was developed between the two leaders, why the relationship has broken down in the intervening years, and whether trust can be restored given the current state of US-Russia relations.Fri, 22 Jan 2016 09:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/centres/iccs/news/2015/11/geneva-summit/index.aspxICCS newsInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityPOLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesCREESCentre for Russian European and Eurasian Studiesgovsocresearchnewspolsis highlightICCS conferences and workshopspodcastsvideosThe immune system maintains a memory of past infections by priming genes for future encountershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/Immune-system-maintains-a-memory-of-past-infections-210116.aspx
Our ability to fight off recurrent infections, such as colds or flu, may lie in the 'immunological memory' found in a newly discovered class of gene regulatory elements, according to research from the University of Birmingham, supported by the BBSRC and Bloodwise.Thu, 21 Jan 2016 14:24:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/Immune-system-maintains-a-memory-of-past-infections-210116.aspxinfectionPeter CockerillimmunityBBSRCTommy's opens UK's first national early miscarriage centrehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/Tommys-early-miscarriage-centre-210116.aspx
Tommy's, the UK baby charity that funds research into miscarriage, stillbirth and premature birth, is to open the country's first national clinical research centre dedicated to early miscarriage on 1 April, comprising of a partnership of three universities: The University of Birmingham, The University of Warwick, and Imperial College London.Thu, 21 Jan 2016 10:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/Tommys-early-miscarriage-centre-210116.aspxMiscarriagetommy'sArri CoomarasamyfundingEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - December 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/december-2015.aspx
The Rt Hon Sajid Javid MP launches the University of Birmingham's Cryogenic Energy Storage plant and more...Wed, 20 Jan 2016 17:27:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/december-2015.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsVery small reductions in kidney function link with heart diseasehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/01/kidney-function-heart-disease.aspx
New research from the University of Birmingham, funded by the British Heart Foundation (BHF), has found that very small reductions in kidney function are directly linked to subtle heart and blood vessel damage.Tue, 19 Jan 2016 17:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/01/kidney-function-heart-disease.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesCurrent therapy for patients with Parkinson's disease shown to be ineffectivehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/Current-therapy-for-Parkinson's-ineffective-190116.aspx
New research from the University of Birmingham has shown that physiotherapy and occupational therapy do not produce improvements in quality of life for patients with mild to moderate Parkinson's disease.Tue, 19 Jan 2016 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/Current-therapy-for-Parkinson's-ineffective-190116.aspxParkinson’s DiseasephysiotherapyOccupational Therapycarl clarkeVery small reductions in kidney function linked with heart diseasehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/reductions-in-kidney-function-heart-disease-150116.aspx
Very small reductions in kidney function are directly linked to subtle heart and blood vessel damage, according to new research from the University of Birmingham, funded by the British Heart Foundation (BHF). This shows for the first time that the heart damage seen in people with Chronic Kidney Disease is a direct result of their reduced kidney function.Fri, 15 Jan 2016 12:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/reductions-in-kidney-function-heart-disease-150116.aspxbhfKidney functionheartPioneering study to help adults live independently for longerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2016/11Jan-Pioneering-study-to-help-adults-delay-frailty.aspx
A major study, involving researchers from the University of Birmingham, has launched aiming to help older people stay fitter and live independently for longer.Fri, 15 Jan 2016 09:26:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2016/11Jan-Pioneering-study-to-help-adults-delay-frailty.aspxhealthy ageingles-sp-newsles-newsShakespeare Institute student selected as a TED Fellowhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2016/ted-fellow.aspx
PhD Shakespeare and Creativity student Madeline Sayet has been selected as one of 21 TED Fellows who will take the stage at TED2016, between them representing 12 countries.Wed, 13 Jan 2016 11:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2016/ted-fellow.aspxx9shakespearex9calgsx9artsandlawx9edacsArts humanitiesLiving Well Ageing Wellhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2015/Living-Well-Ageing-Well.aspx
Tue, 12 Jan 2016 16:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2015/Living-Well-Ageing-Well.aspx"Trust Me, I'm a Doctor", has enlisted the help of the Centre for Musculoskeletal Ageing Research membershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2016/trust-me-im-a-doctor.aspx
Tue, 12 Jan 2016 16:18:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2016/trust-me-im-a-doctor.aspxUniversity of Birmingham collaborates with EastEnders to reduce stigma around Postpartum Psychosishttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/01/eastendersapp.aspx
University of Birmingham founded project, Action on Postpartum Psychosis (APP), along with two leading mental health charities, have helped EastEnders to dramatise Postpartum Psychosis in a high profile storyline.Mon, 11 Jan 2016 16:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/01/eastendersapp.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesPioneering study to help adults delay frailty and live independently for longerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/Pioneering-study-to-help-adults-delay-frailty-and-live-independently-for-longer.aspx
A major study, involving researchers from the University of Birmingham, has launched aiming to help older people stay fitter and live independently for longer.Mon, 11 Jan 2016 14:24:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/Pioneering-study-to-help-adults-delay-frailty-and-live-independently-for-longer.aspxhealthy ageingSpinout launched to develop immunotherapy to fight cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/chimerictherapeutics.aspx
﻿The Cell Therapy Catapult, the University of Birmingham and Cancer Research UK have recently announced a collaboration to tackle a new immuno-oncology cellular therapy based on gene modifying T cells to target solid tumours.Wed, 06 Jan 2016 11:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/chimerictherapeutics.aspxChimeric Therapeutics LtdCancer Research UKCell Therapy CatapultDr Steven LeeProfessor Roy BicknellUniversity of BirminghamUniversity of Birmingham Staff and Alumni recognised in New Year Honours list.http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/01/honours-list.aspx
Two leading academics from the College of Medical and Dental Sciences at the University of Birmingham have been recognised in the 2016 New Year Honours.Tue, 05 Jan 2016 12:39:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2016/01/honours-list.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesUniversity of Birmingham staff recognised in New Year Honourshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/new-year-honour.aspx
Two leading lights at the University of Birmingham have been recognised in the 2016 New Year Honours.Mon, 04 Jan 2016 15:19:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2016/01/new-year-honour.aspxBirmingham partners with China State Grid to build a joint lab in novel energy storage technologieshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/energy/news/birmingham-partners-with-china-state-grid-energy-storage-technology.aspx
The University of Birmingham has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Smart Grid Research Institute (SGRI) of State Grid Corporation of China to develop a joint laboratory in energy storage.Tue, 22 Dec 2015 11:03:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/energy/news/birmingham-partners-with-china-state-grid-energy-storage-technology.aspxepsenergyChina InstituteBirmingham Energy InstitutechinaBritish Council Researcher Linkshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2015/British-Council-Researcher-Links.aspx
Mon, 21 Dec 2015 15:11:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2015/British-Council-Researcher-Links.aspxBritish Council Researcher LinksEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - November 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/november.aspx
The 'spooky' effects of Quantum Mechanics, Doing Cold Smarter, Virtual Reality and more...Mon, 21 Dec 2015 14:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/november.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsWomen experiencing delay in labour willing to forsake their own birth planshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/12/delay-in-labour-211215.aspx
A new study of women's experiences of delay in labour has revealed that many mums-to-be are prepared to abandon their antenatal plans for how they wanted their labours and births to be.Mon, 21 Dec 2015 11:24:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/12/delay-in-labour-211215.aspxLabourbirthWomen's HealthUniversity of Birmingham accompanies Secretary of State to Delhi for Indian launch of Midlands' Enginehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/12/Indian-launch-of-Midlands-Engine-101215.aspx
University of Birmingham Chancellor Lord Bilimoria, and Provost and Vice Principal Adam Tickell, accompanied Secretary of State for Business Innovation and Skills, Sajid Javid, and Universities Minister Jo Johnson, to New Delhi, for the India launch of the Midlands' Engine.Thu, 10 Dec 2015 08:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/12/Indian-launch-of-Midlands-Engine-101215.aspxMidlands engineadam tickellLord BilimoriaindiaDelhiSajid Javid MPTHE EAHMH book award 2017http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/centres/eahmh/news/book-2017.aspx
﻿The EAHMH book award is granted to the best medical history monograph published in the two years preceding the EAHMH biennial conference.Mon, 30 Nov 2015 16:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/centres/eahmh/news/book-2017.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesVAMPIRE awarded €1.5m granthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/vampire/news/grant.aspx
Research led by The University of Birmingham has been awarded the 50th European Industrial Doctorate grant of €1.5m.Mon, 30 Nov 2015 15:38:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/vampire/news/grant.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesResearcher attends Angiogenesis conferencehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/vampire/news/angiogenesis-2015.aspx
Marta Coric, VAMPIRE researcher attended the Angiogensis Gordon Research Conference, August 2015.Mon, 30 Nov 2015 15:21:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/vampire/news/angiogenesis-2015.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesUniversity of Birmingham deepens academic links with Mexicohttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/UniversityofBirminghamdeepensacademiclinkswithMexico30-11-15.aspx
The University of Birmingham becomes one of 12 UK universities and 12 Mexican universities to embark on a new initiative to deepen academic links between the two countries.Mon, 30 Nov 2015 13:39:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/UniversityofBirminghamdeepensacademiclinkswithMexico30-11-15.aspxMexicoacademic linksDavid Parker receives the OBEhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/parker-ceremony.aspx
Professor David Parker, Director of ITSEE, received the award of OBE at Windsor Castle yesterday.Thu, 26 Nov 2015 14:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/parker-ceremony.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeTextual Criticism of the New TestamentArts humanitiesx9calgsdavid parkerOBEQueen's Birthday Honoursx9artsandlawBirmingham International Academy embarks on exciting 'Languages Without Borders' project in Brazilhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/global-engagement/brazil/news-events/languages-without-borders-brazil.aspx
Thu, 26 Nov 2015 10:21:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/global-engagement/brazil/news-events/languages-without-borders-brazil.aspxInternationalProgesterone supplements do not improve outcomes for women with a history of recurrent miscarriageshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/PROMISE-trial-outcome-251115.aspx
New research from the University of Birmingham has shown that progesterone supplements in the first trimester of pregnancy do not improve outcomes in women with a history of unexplained recurrent miscarriages.Wed, 25 Nov 2015 22:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/PROMISE-trial-outcome-251115.aspxNEJMNew England Journal of MedicineBirminghamrecurrent miscarriagePROMISEArri CoomarasamyprogesteroneMiscarriagePregnancyfertilityDiabetes drug could be used to combat fatty liver disease, research showshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/Diabetes-drug-NAFLD-201115.aspx
New research published in The Lancet has shown that a drug, currently used in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes, can be effective in clearing fatty liver disease from some patients. The researchers from the University of Birmingham believe that the findings present the possibility of new therapies for patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, for which there is no current licensed treatment.Fri, 20 Nov 2015 09:07:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/Diabetes-drug-NAFLD-201115.aspxdiabetesdrugsfatty liver diseaseNashNAFLDPhilip Newsomex9mdsbrc-inflamHer Majesty The Queen attends official ceremony for new Birmingham Dental Hospital and School of Dentistryhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/Her-Majesty-The-Queen-attends-new-Dental-Hospital-191115.aspx
Her Majesty The Queen, accompanied by His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, unveiled a commemorative plaque at an official ceremony on Thursday, 19 November at the new Birmingham Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry at Pebble Mill, Edgbaston.Thu, 19 Nov 2015 15:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/Her-Majesty-The-Queen-attends-new-Dental-Hospital-191115.aspxQueen Elizabethdental hospitalpebble millSchool of DentistryPhil LumleyRoyal Visit'Old Joe' turns blue for World Antibiotic Awareness Weekhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/Old-Joe-WAAW-181115.aspx
The University of Birmingham's iconic clock tower 'Old Joe' has turned a shade of blue this week as part of the inaugural World Antibiotic Awareness Week.Wed, 18 Nov 2015 16:04:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/Old-Joe-WAAW-181115.aspxOld Joeantibioticantibiotic actionantibiotic resistanceLaura PiddockIMIFour University of Birmingham projects to receive funding from Guangzhou Municipal Governmenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/UoB-GMG-funding-181115.aspx
International research at the University of Birmingham has received a boost, thanks to successful bids for funding that will see key projects supported by the Guangzhou Municipal Government in China.Wed, 18 Nov 2015 16:04:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/UoB-GMG-funding-181115.aspxChina InstitutechinaGuangzhouProject funding from Guangzhou Municipal Governmenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/psychology/news-events/2015/18Nov15-gmg-project-funding.aspx
The University of Birmingham has been successful in bids for funding that will see key projects supported by the Guangzhou Municipal Government in China, including one which will look at memory improvement resulting from transcranial direct stimulation.Wed, 18 Nov 2015 14:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/psychology/news-events/2015/18Nov15-gmg-project-funding.aspxGuangzhouchinafundingproject fundingproject bidsuccessful bidMemorystimulationstrokebrain injuryles-newsx9lifesciencesThrombosis during sepsis is a consequence of protective host immune responseshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/Thrombosis-consequence-of-host-immune-responses-161115.aspx
Researchers from the University of Birmingham have, for the first time, identified how Salmonella infections that have spread to our blood and organs can lead to life-threatening thrombosis.Mon, 16 Nov 2015 21:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/11/Thrombosis-consequence-of-host-immune-responses-161115.aspxthrombosissalmonellaadam cunninghamsteve watsonbhfBritish Heart FoundationinfectionInflammationclottingblood clotsNuclear Engineering Students visit Xiamen for Clean Energy Summer Schoolhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/energy/news/xiamen-university-summer-school-china.aspx
MEng Nuclear Engineering students from the University of Birmingham, Vivien Parker, Alex Cordiner, Alex Potts and Eryk Ryzko participated in a 3 week Clean Energy Science & Technology summer school, focusing on Nuclear Energy, at Xiamen University, China.Thu, 12 Nov 2015 12:22:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/energy/news/xiamen-university-summer-school-china.aspxBirmingham Centre for Nuclear Education and ResearchStudent summer school 2015Xiamen UniversitySchool of Metallurgy and MaterialsEDF EnergynewsmetmatepsenergyenergynewsCall for Papers - Inheriting the City: Advancing Understandings of Urban Heritagehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2015/call-for-papers-inheriting-the-city.aspx
Inheriting the City: Advancing Understandings of Urban Heritage. An International Conference Announcement and Call for Papers.Tue, 10 Nov 2015 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2015/call-for-papers-inheriting-the-city.aspxIronbridge International Institute for Cultural Heritageconferencesinternational eventsx9ironbridgex9ironbridge-eventx9artsandlawArts humanitiesx9cahax9caha-eventx9classicsx9historyandculturesx9historycultures-eventUK & China launch Centre to advance energy research and educationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/energy/news/uk-china-launch-centre.aspx
The University of Birmingham and University of Science & Technology Beijing (USTB) have launched a new joint Centre for Energy & Environment Research and Education (CEERE) to drive new technologies and train the next generation of engineers.Tue, 10 Nov 2015 11:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/energy/news/uk-china-launch-centre.aspxepsenergyuniversity of science & technology beijingenergy researchenergyCentre for Energy & Environment Research and Education (CEERE)323epsIs it time for the UK to reconsider its definition of recurrent miscarriage?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/10/UKrecurrentmiscarriage.aspx
Currently, the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) defines recurrent miscarriage as three or more consecutive losses, but is considering whether or not to change this definition.The issue is contested and it remains to be seen whether UK guidelines will follow suit in the near future.Thu, 29 Oct 2015 12:24:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/10/UKrecurrentmiscarriage.aspxrecurrent miscarriageMiscarriageNICE guidelinesArri CoomarasamyHelen WilliamsIs it time for the UK to reconsider its definition of recurrent miscarriage?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/10/UKrecurrentmiscarriage.aspx
Currently, the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) defines recurrent miscarriage as three or more consecutive losses, but is considering whether or not to change this definition.The issue is contested and it remains to be seen whether UK guidelines will follow suit in the near future.Thu, 29 Oct 2015 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/10/UKrecurrentmiscarriage.aspxrecurrent miscarriageMiscarriageNICE guidelinesArri CoomarasamyHelen WilliamsMeet students travelling to the UShttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/MeetstudentstravellingtotheUS.aspx
Thu, 29 Oct 2015 10:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/MeetstudentstravellingtotheUS.aspxUS Student Spotlight- Eric Zipperlehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/USStudentSpotlight-EricZipperle.aspx
Thu, 29 Oct 2015 10:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/USStudentSpotlight-EricZipperle.aspxAge Well 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2015/AgeWell2015.aspx
Wed, 28 Oct 2015 09:09:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2015/AgeWell2015.aspxAge Well 20151000 eldersGreat North Run - Updatehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2015/GreatNorthRun-Update.aspx
Mon, 26 Oct 2015 13:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2015/GreatNorthRun-Update.aspxGreat North Run ARUK CMARSchool of Mathematics developing international links with Jinan Universityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/mathematics/news-and-events/school-of-mathematics-developing-international-links-with-jinan-university.aspx
The University of Birmingham hosted a delegation from Jinan University (JNU) in Guangzhou, China, on 20 October 2015 to develop a joint international education institute.Fri, 23 Oct 2015 11:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/mathematics/news-and-events/school-of-mathematics-developing-international-links-with-jinan-university.aspxChina InstitutemathematicsnewsmathschinaBirmingham scientists find evidence of how incurable cancer developshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/10/Birminghamscientistsfindevidenceofhowincurablecancerdevelops.aspx
Researchers in the West Midlands have made a breakthrough in explaining how an incurable type of blood cancer develops from an often symptomless prior blood disorder. The findings could lead to more effective treatments and ways to identify those most at risk of developing the cancer.Fri, 16 Oct 2015 14:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/10/Birminghamscientistsfindevidenceofhowincurablecancerdevelops.aspxmyelomablood cancercancer reasearchbloodwiseClarifying the link between diet and cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/09/Clarifyingthelinkbetweendietandcancer.aspx
Does diet influence cancer? The answer to this question is not simple.The relationship between nutrition and disease is a complex one, but there is a tendency to simplify things to provide easily comprehensible information to the public.Mon, 12 Oct 2015 11:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/09/Clarifyingthelinkbetweendietandcancer.aspxcancer causationdietcancer reasearchEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - October 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/october.aspx
Virtual Reality environments, revolutionary burns dressings and more...Thu, 08 Oct 2015 16:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/october.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsHope for burns victims as researchers pilot revolutionary new dressinghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/10/hope-for-burns-victims-06-10-15.aspx
The disabling disfigurement suffered by many burns victims could be consigned to history thanks to a revolutionary new dressing developed by a team of Birmingham scientists.Tue, 06 Oct 2015 15:24:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/10/hope-for-burns-victims-06-10-15.aspxburns researchburns victimsSpotlight on Facilities: MRC Regional Phenome Centrehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/09/5m-MRC-Regional-Phenome-Centre-at-Birmingham-05-11-14.aspx
The £8m MRC Regional Phenome Centre (RPC), which opened last year, helps improve the health of patients through novel research and technology.Tue, 29 Sep 2015 11:35:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/09/5m-MRC-Regional-Phenome-Centre-at-Birmingham-05-11-14.aspxx9mdsmetabolismClarifying the link between diet and cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/09/Clarifyingthelinkbetweendietandcancer.aspx
Does diet influence cancer? The answer to this question is not simple.The relationship between nutrition and disease is a complex one, but there is a tendency to simplify things to provide easily comprehensible information to the public.Thu, 24 Sep 2015 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/09/Clarifyingthelinkbetweendietandcancer.aspxcancer causationdietcancer reasearchRanking among the world's top 100http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/08/top150.aspx
The University of Birmingham has been ranked in the top 100 universities worldwide for Clinical Medicine and Pharmacy and Life and Agriculture Sciences.Fri, 18 Sep 2015 11:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/08/top150.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesMaking the rugby pitch a safer placehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/09/rugby-concussion-17-09-15.aspx
With the 2015 Rugby World Cup kicking off in England and Wales this week, the issue of concussion is likely to be high on the agenda.Thu, 17 Sep 2015 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/09/rugby-concussion-17-09-15.aspxRubgyconcussionRugby World Cup 2015sportsMaking the rugby pitch a safer placehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/09/rugby-concussion-17-09-15.aspx
With the 2015 Rugby World Cup kicking off in England and Wales this week, the issue of concussion is likely to be high on the agenda.Thu, 17 Sep 2015 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/09/rugby-concussion-17-09-15.aspxRubgyconcussionRugby World Cup 2015sportsBirmingham and Beijing universities are on the right trackhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/uob-bjtu-mou-19-09-15.aspx
The University of Birmingham (UK) and Beijing Jiaotong University (BJTU) (China) have today (17 September) signed a research cooperation agreement that announces plans for a joint international high-speed railway research laboratory.Thu, 17 Sep 2015 10:33:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/uob-bjtu-mou-19-09-15.aspxchinabeijingBeijing Jiaotong UniversityRailwaysBirmingham Centre for Railway Research and Education (BCRRE)Birmingham Centre for Railway Research and Educationhigh-speed rail323epsnewscivnewscivengnewseeserailwaynewsscience-technologyTiny silica particles could be used to repair damaged teeth, research showshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/Silicaparticlestorepairdamagedteeth160915.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham have shown how the development of coated silica nanoparticles could be used in restorative treatment of sensitive teeth and preventing the onset of tooth decay.Wed, 16 Sep 2015 13:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/Silicaparticlestorepairdamagedteeth160915.aspxChemistrynanoparticleDentistryRestorative dentistryteethAcetic acid, found in vinegar, shown to be effective against bacteria found in burn woundshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/acetic-acid-15-09-15.aspx
Highly diluted acetic acid, an active ingredient of household vinegar, has been shown to be an effective alternative agent to prevent infection and kill bacteria found in burn wounds.Tue, 15 Sep 2015 11:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/acetic-acid-15-09-15.aspxvinegarburnsbacteriaacetic acidantibacterialNewly discovered pathway reveals how our immune system is regulated; gives hope for serious chronic diseaseshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/04/newly-discovered-pathway.aspx
Researchers from the University of Birmingham have identified an important new way in which our immune systems are regulated, and hope that understanding it will help tackle the debilitating effects of type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and other serious diseases.Tue, 15 Sep 2015 08:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/04/newly-discovered-pathway.aspxRheumatoid Arthritisimmune systemdiabetesInflammationBreakthrough could give new hope to sufferers of Cystic Fibrosishttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/08/11-Aug-14-Breakthrough-could-give-new-hope-to-sufferers-of-Cystic-Fibrosis.aspx
Research highlighting the way in which lung-damaging bacteria use the body's own immune response to worsen the effect has brought new hope to sufferers of Cystic FibrosisTue, 15 Sep 2015 08:33:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/08/11-Aug-14-Breakthrough-could-give-new-hope-to-sufferers-of-Cystic-Fibrosis.aspxcystic fibrosislungbacteriainfectionIan Hendersonvaccine developmentx9mdsx9immunityx9mdsresearchSmokers at higher risk of losing their teeth, research showshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/smokers-at-risk-of-losing-teeth-14-09-15.aspx
A new study has confirmed that regular smokers have a significantly increased risk of tooth loss.Mon, 14 Sep 2015 14:10:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/smokers-at-risk-of-losing-teeth-14-09-15.aspxDentistrytooth lossteethSmokingTaking action on superbugs: bold proposals for future researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/09/superbugs-piddock.aspx
In light of the global threat posed by antibiotic-resistant superbugs, Laura Piddock calls for increased funding to drive research in the field.Mon, 14 Sep 2015 11:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/09/superbugs-piddock.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesMission impossible: Juncker calls for a more political EUhttp://theconversation.com/mission-impossible-juncker-calls-for-a-more-political-eu-47327
Written by George Kyris. The European Commission president believes more integration and cooperation is the solution to Europe's many problems. But it's hard to see this happening.Mon, 14 Sep 2015 11:30:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/mission-impossible-juncker-calls-for-a-more-political-eu-47327POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalGeorge KyrisHow age alters our immune response to bereavementhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/09/age-alters-our-immune-response-09-09-14.aspx
Young people have a more robust immune response to the loss of a loved one, according to new research from the University of Birmingham, providing insight into how different generations cope with loss.Mon, 14 Sep 2015 10:42:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/09/age-alters-our-immune-response-09-09-14.aspxageingcortisolDHEASNeutrophilsAnna PhillipsJanet Lordbereavementimmune systemUniversity of BirminghamBritish Science Festivalx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9immunitybsf14x9mdsinflammationLNAT Admissions Test to be phased out at University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2015/08/law-lnat.aspx
Information about Birmingham's use of the LNAT admissions testThu, 10 Sep 2015 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2015/08/law-lnat.aspxx9artsandlawz-law-newsBook your tickets now for the Birmingham Qur'an manuscript exhibitionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/quran-manuscript-exhibition-08-09-15.aspx
Tue, 08 Sep 2015 15:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/quran-manuscript-exhibition-08-09-15.aspxCell transplantation could provide new therapies for sepsishttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/08/14-Aug-14-Cell-transplantation-could-provide-new-therapies-for-sepsis.aspx
Researchers believe that their breakthrough in cell transplantation could pave the way for new therapies to combat sepsis, the cause of 7.3 million deaths worldwide each year.Tue, 08 Sep 2015 14:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/08/14-Aug-14-Cell-transplantation-could-provide-new-therapies-for-sepsis.aspxsepsisvaccinesinfectionanne fletcherclinical trial researchx9mdsx9immunityx9mdsresearchx9mdsimmunologyEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - September 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/september.aspx
From keyless theft of luxury cars to zero-emission automobiles and more...Mon, 07 Sep 2015 16:20:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/september.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsProgramme to promote healthy lifestyles for children launches in Guangzhou, Chinahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/CHIRPY-DRAGON-launch.aspx
A public health programme hoping to develop health knowledge and healthy lifestyles among Chinese children for the purpose of promoting healthy nutritional and weight status has officially launched in Guangzhou, China.Mon, 07 Sep 2015 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/CHIRPY-DRAGON-launch.aspxGuangzhouchinachirpydragonchildchildrenhealthHealthyobesityweightviceChancellorprofessorsirdavideastwoodUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamOpening the door to the cause of myeloid leukaemia: finding the targets of a common mutation.http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/07/myeloid-leukaemia.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham have made a breakthrough in understanding how mutated genes in leukaemia reprogram blood stem cells and send them spiralling out of control.Tue, 01 Sep 2015 17:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/07/myeloid-leukaemia.aspxx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9mdscancerLife-size T-Rex offers a 'roarsome' start to the University of Birmingham's annual Community Dayhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/community-day-2015-01-09-15.aspx
From circus performances, learning to HAKA, funfairs and face painting, to feeling a liver and discovering how the brain works; the sixth annual Community Day kicks off with a bang on Sunday 6 September on the University of Birmingham's Edgbaston campus.Tue, 01 Sep 2015 16:21:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/09/community-day-2015-01-09-15.aspxdinosaurcircus mashCommunity DayStefan Gatesfreefamily fun dayA taste of university life gives local teens a chance to excelhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/08/a-taste-of-university-life-26-08-15.aspx
The University of Birmingham celebrates the tenth anniversary of its Academic Enrichment Programme this week, as it welcomes the latest cohort of students to its summer school.Wed, 26 Aug 2015 12:21:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/08/a-taste-of-university-life-26-08-15.aspxAcademic Enrichment Programmeyear 12summer schoolA bottle of water before each meal could help in weight reduction, researchers sayhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/08/Abottleofwaterbeforeeachmeal260815.aspx
Researchers from the University of Birmingham have shown that drinking 500ml of water at half an hour before eating main meals may help obese adults to lose weight. They believe that the simple intervention could be hugely beneficial, and be easily promoted by healthcare professionals and through public health campaigns.Wed, 26 Aug 2015 10:28:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/08/Abottleofwaterbeforeeachmeal260815.aspxweight lossWeight managementAmanda DaleypreloadingNIHRobesityobesity preventionChinese and Western music styles combine for unique performance workshophttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/08/guangxi-arts-institute.aspx
A musical fusion of traditional Eastern and Western styles will be heard at the University of Birmingham, presented by Chinese music scholar, Professor Haisheng Li. Professor Li from Guangxi Arts Institute, China is a master of the di (Chinese bamboo flute), the xiao (Chinese vertical bamboo flute) and the xun (a clay based ancient instrument).Mon, 17 Aug 2015 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/08/guangxi-arts-institute.aspxchinachineseMusicinstrumentPerformanceguangxiArtsinstitutedibambooflutexiaoxunClayuniversityBirminghamUniversity of BirminghamEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - August 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/august.aspx
From smart phones to smarter cold and more...Mon, 10 Aug 2015 15:51:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/august.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsUniversal iodine supplementation during pregnancy could offer huge cost savingshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/08/iodine.aspx
Giving all pregnant women iodine supplements, even in mildly iodine deficient countries like the UK, could result in huge cost savings for health care systems and society, according to new modelling research from the University of Birmingham, published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology journal.Mon, 10 Aug 2015 11:20:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/08/iodine.aspxx9mdsx9mdsresearchUniversal iodine supplementation during pregnancy could offer huge cost savingshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/08/Iodine100815.aspx
Giving all pregnant women iodine supplements, even in mildly iodine deficient countries like the UK, could result in huge cost savings for health care systems and society, according to new modelling research from the University of Birmingham.Mon, 10 Aug 2015 10:11:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/08/Iodine100815.aspxLancetiodineiodine deficiencyPregnancyiQNHSIraq: what Britain isn't saying about its airstrikes on Islamic Statehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/08/iraq-airstrikes-on-islamic-state-06-08-15.aspx
This week, the British government announced it will extend its involvement in US-led airstrikes in Iraq against Islamic State until March 2017.Thu, 06 Aug 2015 15:36:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/08/iraq-airstrikes-on-islamic-state-06-08-15.aspxiraqIslamic StateairstrikesIraq: what Britain isn't saying about its airstrikes on Islamic Statehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/08/iraq-airstrikes-on-islamic-state-06-08-15.aspx
This week, the British government announced it will extend its involvement in US-led airstrikes in Iraq against Islamic State until March 2017.Thu, 06 Aug 2015 15:36:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/08/iraq-airstrikes-on-islamic-state-06-08-15.aspxiraqIslamic StateairstrikesChildhood cancer cells drain immune system's batterieshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/08/childhood-cancer-030815.aspx
Cancer cells in neuroblastoma contain a molecule that breaks down a key energy source for the body's immune cells, leaving them too physically drained to fight the disease, according to new research published in the journal Cancer Research.Mon, 03 Aug 2015 11:21:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/08/childhood-cancer-030815.aspxcancer cellChildhood cancerNeuroblastomacrukx9mdsimmunologyUBRacing gain their best result at Formula Studenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/UBRacing-July-2015.aspx
UBRacing recently celebrated their best ever performance at Formula Student. The team tell us more.Fri, 31 Jul 2015 13:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/UBRacing-July-2015.aspxStudent newsEPSEngineering and Physical Sciencesubracingmechanical engineeringnewsmechEPS student newsEPS Student SocietiesCarl HingleyKarl DearnJames WaterhouseJoseph MoorhouseSam BrownKamil SzulUBRacingNewsGraham Gee's research cited in House of Lords debatehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2015/07/gee-house-lords-citation.aspx
On 7 July, the main conclusions of a book co-authored by Graham Gee, a Senior Lecturer in the Law School, were cited in a debate in the House of Lords on the office of Lord Chancellor.Thu, 30 Jul 2015 15:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2015/07/gee-house-lords-citation.aspxx9artsandlawPolitics societyz-law-newsz-lawpublic-newsz-publiclaw-newsStartling new concessions made by Syria's desperate presidenthttps://theconversation.com/startling-new-concessions-made-by-syrias-desperate-president-45249
Written by Professor Scott Lucas. Assad is running out of options – and he seems to be admitting it for the first time.Wed, 29 Jul 2015 11:14:00 GMThttps://theconversation.com/startling-new-concessions-made-by-syrias-desperate-president-45249POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasITSEE Papers at EABS Annual Meeting 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/eabs-conference-2015.aspx
The European Association of Biblical Studies Annual Meeting for 2015, held in Cordoba from 12-15 July, featured several papers by ITSEE members.Tue, 28 Jul 2015 15:28:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/eabs-conference-2015.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeTheodora PanellaTextual Criticism of the New TestamentArts humanitiesx9calgsqur'anconferencesusan griffithAlbaITSEEx9artsandlawEarly stage research raises hopes for potential treatment for NASHhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/centres/liver/news/EarlystageresearchraiseshopesforpotentialtreatmentforNASH.aspx
NASH clinical trial resultsTue, 28 Jul 2015 10:40:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/centres/liver/news/EarlystageresearchraiseshopesforpotentialtreatmentforNASH.aspxLiver diseaseNashNAFLDnewsomeBRUx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9immunityx9mdsimmunologyx9mdsbrc-inflamOpening the door to the cause of myeloid leukaemia: finding the targets of a common mutation.http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/Openingthedoortothecauseofmyeloidleukaemia240715.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham have made a breakthrough in understanding how mutated genes in leukaemia reprogram blood stem cells and send them spiralling out of control.Fri, 24 Jul 2015 08:42:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/Openingthedoortothecauseofmyeloidleukaemia240715.aspxPeter CockerillleukaemiaLeukaemia and Lymphoma ResearchAcute Myeloid LeukaemiamutatedgenesEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - July 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/july.aspx
From smarter diagnostics for prostate cancer to tackling food security in India and more...Wed, 22 Jul 2015 12:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/july.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsBirmingham Qur'an manuscript dated among the oldest in the worldhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/quran-manuscript-22-07-15.aspx
A Qur'an manuscript held by the University of Birmingham has been placed among the oldest in the world thanks to modern scientific methods.Wed, 22 Jul 2015 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/quran-manuscript-22-07-15.aspxGraduate employability continues to rise at Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/graduate-employability-continues-to-rise.aspx
The University of Birmingham has been named among the top five UK institutions for graduate employment. Data from the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) shows that almost 87 per cent of Birmingham's leavers were in graduate-level jobs or further education within six months of graduating. These figures from the 2014/15 academic year are the University's strongest results yet and place Birmingham fourth nationally for graduate employment.Tue, 21 Jul 2015 13:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/graduate-employability-continues-to-rise.aspxgraduateemploymentemployabilityjobjobshighereducationStatisticsagencyHESAUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamGrandparents' affection piling on the pounds in Chinese childrenhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/grandparents-affection-childhood-obesity-china.aspx
New research published has revealed that affection from grandparents towards their grandchildren may play a major role in contributing to the childhood obesity pandemic in China. A study by the University of Birmingham (UK) shows that grandparents tend to indulge, overfeed and protect grandchildren in their care from physical chores, thus increasing their risk of obesity.Fri, 17 Jul 2015 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/grandparents-affection-childhood-obesity-china.aspxInternationalHormones: Sun, sex and steroidshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/07/hormones-sun-sex-steroids.aspx
The Medical School welcomed over 200 A-level students from local schools through its doors last week for the first Society for Endocrinology public engagement event.Thu, 16 Jul 2015 16:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/07/hormones-sun-sex-steroids.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesWhat the Iran nuclear deal means – and what it doesn'thttp://theconversation.com/what-the-iran-nuclear-deal-means-and-what-it-doesnt-44685
Written by Professor Scott Lucas. So there's now a real plan to sort out Iran's nuclear programme. What about all its other problems?Thu, 16 Jul 2015 11:00:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/what-the-iran-nuclear-deal-means-and-what-it-doesnt-44685ICCS opinionWhat the Iran nuclear deal means – and what it doesn'thttp://theconversation.com/what-the-iran-nuclear-deal-means-and-what-it-doesnt-44685
Written by Professor Scott Lucas. So there's now a real plan to sort out Iran's nuclear programme. What about all its other problems?Thu, 16 Jul 2015 10:34:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/what-the-iran-nuclear-deal-means-and-what-it-doesnt-44685POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasPublication of new volume on Codex Sinaiticushttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/codex-sinaiticus-book-2015.aspx
A new volume of papers on Codex Sinaiticus is published this month, featuring contributions from ITSEE's Codex Sinaiticus Project team members.Wed, 15 Jul 2015 16:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/codex-sinaiticus-book-2015.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeTextual Criticism of the New TestamentArts humanitiesx9calgsITSEEdavid parkercodex sinaiticusahrcGreece: a Europe forged in one crisis may have laid the foundations for the nexthttp://theconversation.com/greece-a-europe-forged-in-one-crisis-may-have-laid-the-foundations-for-the-next-44607
Written by Dr George Kyris. What might feel like a victory this morning for eurozone leaders and lenders has only served to feed a eurosceptic beast.Tue, 14 Jul 2015 10:30:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/greece-a-europe-forged-in-one-crisis-may-have-laid-the-foundations-for-the-next-44607POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasUniversity Chancellor Named International Indian of the Year and Appointed President of UKCISAhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/chancellor-international-indian-of-the-year.aspx
Lord Karan Bilimoria of Chelsea, the Chancellor of the University of Birmingham, has been awarded the title of International Indian of the Year by India Link International, a magazine for Indian diaspora published in the UK. The award comes in the same week that he has been announced as the new President of the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA).Tue, 14 Jul 2015 10:27:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/chancellor-international-indian-of-the-year.aspxInternationalIs Shakespeare hiding in Maofeng Mountain?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/shakespeare-at-maofeng-mountain-10-07-15.aspx
The University of Birmingham is set to teach Chinese children about Shakespeare in a week-long summer camp at Maofeng Mountain, near Guangzhou in Guangdong province.Fri, 10 Jul 2015 16:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/shakespeare-at-maofeng-mountain-10-07-15.aspxShakespeareShakespeare Institutechinax9shakespearex9edacsSouth Sudan's viability requires an honest answer to avert further disasterhttp://theconversation.com/south-sudans-viability-requires-an-honest-answer-to-avert-further-disaster-44368
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff. South Sudan's independence in 2011, which ended half a century of deadly conflict, was met with much praise. But a descent into civil war has led to dismay and suggests fresh thinking is required.Fri, 10 Jul 2015 10:15:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/south-sudans-viability-requires-an-honest-answer-to-avert-further-disaster-44368POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesOur top stories this academic yearhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/our-top-stories-this-year-08-07-15.aspx
Wed, 08 Jul 2015 11:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/our-top-stories-this-year-08-07-15.aspxSensor technology can improve accuracy of prostate cancer diagnosishttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/Sensor-technology-can-improve-accuracy-of-diagnosis-080715.aspx
New research has shown how a smart sensor chip, able to pick up on subtle differences in glycoprotein molecules, can improve the accuracy and efficiency of prostate cancer diagnosis.Wed, 08 Jul 2015 08:11:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/07/Sensor-technology-can-improve-accuracy-of-diagnosis-080715.aspxCancer diagnosiscancer reasearchChemical EngineeringChemistryJohn FosseyPaula Mendesprostatenewschemistrynewschemnewschemeng323epsscience technologyGreece votes No: experts respondhttp://theconversation.com/greece-votes-no-experts-respond-44231
Written by Costas Milas, University of Liverpool; George Kyris, University of Birmingham; James Arvanitakis, University of Western Sydney; Nikos Papastergiadis, University of Melbourne; Remy Davison, Monash University; Richard Holden, UNSW Australia; Ross Buckley, UNSW Australia, and Sofia Vasilopoulou, University of York. Academic experts respond to the No vote in Greece's referendum on whether or not to accept a bailout offer from their international creditors.Mon, 06 Jul 2015 13:36:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/greece-votes-no-experts-respond-44231POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasBritgrad 2015 reporthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/events/britgrad/2015-report.aspx
Report and photos from the British Graduate Shakespeare Conference 2015.Fri, 03 Jul 2015 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/events/britgrad/2015-report.aspxx9artsandlawx9shakespearex9edacsx9calgsArts humanitiesThe dangerous gamble that could spark full-scale conflict in Ukrainehttp://theconversation.com/the-dangerous-gamble-that-could-spark-full-scale-conflict-in-ukraine-44115
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff and Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University). Ukraine is giving Russia two options – and neither is likely to end well.Fri, 03 Jul 2015 13:15:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/the-dangerous-gamble-that-could-spark-full-scale-conflict-in-ukraine-44115POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesEurope is heading towards constitutional crisis, with or without Greecehttp://theconversation.com/europe-is-heading-towards-constitutional-crisis-with-or-without-greece-44151
Written by Dr Nicole Scicluna. Five years of turmoil shows the union rests on shaky legal foundations.Fri, 03 Jul 2015 13:15:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/europe-is-heading-towards-constitutional-crisis-with-or-without-greece-44151POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalAction on Postpartum Psychosis Shortlisted for National Lottery Awardhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/07/PostpartumPsychosis.aspx
Birmingham founded project, Action on Postpartum Psychosis (APP), have been shortlisted from among hundreds of projects for a National Lottery Health Award for the fantastic support they offer mothers who suffer with Postpartum Psychosis.Fri, 03 Jul 2015 08:42:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/07/PostpartumPsychosis.aspxx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9mdsclinicalsciencesUN High Level Thematic Debate on Tolerance and Reconciliationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/ptr/departments/theologyandreligion/news/2015/un-debate.aspx
Dr Josef Boehle took part in the UN high level debate in New York.Wed, 01 Jul 2015 16:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/ptr/departments/theologyandreligion/news/2015/un-debate.aspxx9artsandlawArts humanitiesx9ptrx9theologyandreligionBirmingham Law Academic participates in Roundtable on the Non-Western Subject in Global Politics and International Lawhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2015/07/kumar-roundtable.aspx
Dr Vidya Kumar, Lecturer in Law at Birmingham Law School, participated in a roundtable entitled "Emancipation Without Agenda: The recovery of Non-Western Subjecthood and Its Implications for the Study of World Politics" hosted by the School of Government and Society on 14 May 2015.Wed, 01 Jul 2015 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2015/07/kumar-roundtable.aspxx9artsandlawPolitics societyz-law-newsz-lawpublic-newsz-publiclaw-newsUniversity of Birmingham portable cancer test receives further investmenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/portablecancertestreceivesfurtherinvestment.aspx
A strategic partner of the University of Birmingham, Abingdon Health Ltd, recently announced the closure of a £3 million investment round.Wed, 01 Jul 2015 13:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/portablecancertestreceivesfurtherinvestment.aspxAbingdon HealthChris HandSeralite®University of BirminghamDay of terror reminds us that extremism must be a problem sharedhttps://theconversation.com/day-of-terror-reminds-us-that-extremism-must-be-a-problem-shared-43964
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff. Attacks in France, Kuwait and Tunisia come against a backdrop of increasing extremist violence across the world.Mon, 29 Jun 2015 11:00:00 GMThttps://theconversation.com/day-of-terror-reminds-us-that-extremism-must-be-a-problem-shared-43964POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesFIFA, not the biggest surprise: junctures in sport governancehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/sport-policy-centre/commentary-box/2015/22JunFifaSurprise.aspx
FIFA, not the biggest surprise: junctures in sport governance. A review of the recent FIFA scandal and ramifications for other sports governing bodies.Tue, 23 Jun 2015 09:19:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/sport-policy-centre/commentary-box/2015/22JunFifaSurprise.aspxSport Policy Centreles-sp-newsSyria's opposition is trapped in a life-threatening fuel crisishttp://theconversation.com/syrias-opposition-is-trapped-in-a-life-threatening-fuel-crisis-43501
Written by Professor Scott Lucas. With both Islamic State and Assad cutting off its fuel supplies, the Syrian opposition is struggling to survive.Mon, 22 Jun 2015 09:56:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/syrias-opposition-is-trapped-in-a-life-threatening-fuel-crisis-43501POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasRogue bankers join the welfare cheats on Osborne hit listhttp://theconversation.com/rogue-bankers-join-the-welfare-cheats-on-osborne-hit-list-43191
Written by Dr Huw Macartney. More than just a piece of clever rhetoric, the government is making genuine changes to regulating the financial services industry.Fri, 19 Jun 2015 09:06:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/rogue-bankers-join-the-welfare-cheats-on-osborne-hit-list-43191POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalDr Huw Macartneypolsis highlightProfesssor David Parker OBEhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/davidparker-obe.aspx
Professor David Parker, Director of ITSEE, has been awarded the OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours list 2015Tue, 16 Jun 2015 09:43:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/davidparker-obe.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeTextual Criticism of the New TestamentArts humanitiesx9calgsdavid parkerOBEQueen's Birthday Honoursx9artsandlawFour Birmingham academics recognised in the 2015 Queen's Birthday Honourshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/06/queens-birthday-honours-15-06-15.aspx
Four members of staff from the University of Birmingham, Professor Simon Halsey, Professor David Parker, Dr Clare Taylor and Carl Hingley have been recognised in the 2015 Queen's Birthday Honours.Mon, 15 Jun 2015 17:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/06/queens-birthday-honours-15-06-15.aspxQueen's Birthday Honoursx9mdsx9mdsappliedx9mdsclinicalsciencesFour University of Birmingham members of staff recognised in the 2015 Queen's Birthday Honourshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/06/queens-birthday-honours-15-06-15.aspx
Four members of staff from the University of Birmingham, Professor Simon Halsey, Professor David Parker, Dr Clare Taylor and Carl Hingley have been recognised in the 2015 Queen's Birthday Honours.Mon, 15 Jun 2015 12:26:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/06/queens-birthday-honours-15-06-15.aspxQueen's Birthday HonoursAHRC Care for the Future, Early Career Awardshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2015/ahrc-woodham.aspx
IIICH Lecturer, Dr Anna Woodham, is involved in a series of AHRC project events over the coming months.Thu, 11 Jun 2015 10:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2015/ahrc-woodham.aspxx9artsandlawx9historyandculturesx9ironbridgex9ironbridge-partnerArts humanitiesx9researchaward#UoBbackintime competitionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/UoBbackintimecompetition.aspx
Wed, 10 Jun 2015 15:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/UoBbackintimecompetition.aspxEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - June 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/june.aspx
Large Hadron Collider and more...Tue, 09 Jun 2015 15:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/june.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsDetecting the onset of leprosy before nerve damage occurshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/06/detecting-leprosy.aspx
New research could help improve the lives of thousands of leprosy sufferers worldwide by detecting the disease long before it manifests as skin lesions. Peripheral nerve damage is the hallmark of leprosy pathology, but its origins had remained unclear until now.Tue, 09 Jun 2015 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/06/detecting-leprosy.aspxleprosydiseasenervedamagemycobactueriumlepraeBrazilnetherlandsUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamx9mdsimmunologyAmbassador opens Mexican cultural festival at Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/06/mexican-ambassador.aspx
His Excellency (H. E.) Diego Gómez Pickering, Mexican Ambassador to the United Kingdom, will officially open a cultural festival at the University of Birmingham today (Friday 5 June). MEX/BHX: Mexico in Birmingham marks this year's status as the Year of Mexico in the UK and celebrates Mexican culture and research through exhibitions, lectures, film and food.Fri, 05 Jun 2015 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/06/mexican-ambassador.aspxHisexcellencydiegogomezgómezpickeringMexicomexicanambassadorunitedkingdomUKcultureculturalmexbhxBirminghamyearresearchexhibitionexhibitionslectureLecturesFilmfoodUniversity of BirminghamuniversityJason Rezaian trial: journalists cannot expect justice in Iranhttp://theconversation.com/jason-rezaian-trial-journalists-cannot-expect-justice-in-iran-42379
Written by Professor Scott Lucas. The trial of an American journalist in Iran was a craven farce – and a reminder of the brutality with which Tehran still treats journalists.Wed, 03 Jun 2015 11:48:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/jason-rezaian-trial-journalists-cannot-expect-justice-in-iran-42379POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasLHC experiments are back in business at a new record energyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/06/03June15LHCexperimentsarebackinbusinessatanewrecordenergy.aspx
Geneva, 03 June, 2015. Birmingham physicists eagerly await results as CERN's Large Hadron Collider (LHC) starts to deliver physics data today for the first time in 27 months.Wed, 03 Jun 2015 11:22:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/06/03June15LHCexperimentsarebackinbusinessatanewrecordenergy.aspxLHCCERNParticle PhysicsPaul Newmanatlashigh energycollisionsstable beamsprotons323epsnewsphysicsscience technologyLeading expert in children's cancers appointed as a senior clinical advisor for CRUKhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/06/senior-clinical-advisor-for-CRUK.aspx
Cancer Research UK has announced the appointment of three senior clinical advisors to join the charity's leadership to accelerate the progress of its ambitious research strategy.Mon, 01 Jun 2015 14:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/06/senior-clinical-advisor-for-CRUK.aspxx9mdsx9cancerx9researchCultural festival celebrates the Year of Mexico in the UK.http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/cultural-festival-celebrates-year-of-mexico-29-05-2015.aspx
To mark the Year of Mexico in the UK the University of Birmingham is hosting MEX/BHX: Mexico in Birmingham celebrating Mexican culture and research through exhibitions, lectures, film and food.Fri, 29 May 2015 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/cultural-festival-celebrates-year-of-mexico-29-05-2015.aspxMexicoMexico FestivalNearly all of us have gum disease – so let's do something about ithttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/05/nearly-all-of-us-have-gum-disease-28-05-15.aspx
Several studies have been conducted to look at the association of periodontitis with other systemic diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney disease and obesity. For example, the periodontal research group at the University of Birmingham has found higher death rates in periodontitis sufferers, as well as stiffer arteries in kidney disease patients and poorer kidney function in those who have periodontitis compared with those who are disease-free.Thu, 28 May 2015 15:10:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/05/nearly-all-of-us-have-gum-disease-28-05-15.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesNearly all of us have gum disease – so let's do something about ithttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/05/nearly-all-of-us-have-gum-disease-28-05-15.aspx
Several studies have been conducted to look at the association of periodontitis with other systemic diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney disease and obesity. For example, the periodontal research group at the University of Birmingham has found higher death rates in periodontitis sufferers, as well as stiffer arteries in kidney disease patients and poorer kidney function in those who have periodontitis compared with those who are disease-free.Thu, 28 May 2015 15:10:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/05/nearly-all-of-us-have-gum-disease-28-05-15.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesEnzyme that triggers muscle wasting could be key to reversing signs of ageinghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/05/enzyme-reverses-signs-of-aging.aspx
Are we one step closer to discovering the elixir of youth? Scientists identify the enzyme that causes age-related muscle wasting by inhibiting enzyme they can reduce levels of hormone that triggers it.Wed, 27 May 2015 13:46:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/05/enzyme-reverses-signs-of-aging.aspxx9mdsx9cemx9mdsresearchBIS appoints Chief Scientific Adviser from Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/27May15-bis-appoints-chief-scientific-advisor.aspx
Professor Timothy Richard Dafforn has been appointed Chief Scientific Adviser at the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS).Wed, 27 May 2015 12:09:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/27May15-bis-appoints-chief-scientific-advisor.aspxProfessor Tim DaffornBISChief Scientific AdviserUniversity of BirminghamWorld Shakespeare Congress 2016 - registration now openhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2015/world-shakespeare-congress-2016.aspx
A celebration of Shakespeare's memory and the global cultural legacy of his works in the two places which mattered most in his life and career.Tue, 26 May 2015 08:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2015/world-shakespeare-congress-2016.aspxx9shakespearex9englishx9englishliteraturex9edacsArts humanitiesx9artsandlawx9dramaWorld Shakespeare CongressUniversity of Birmingham#365Frauen: Dr Marianne Wadehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2015/05/wade-austria.aspx
Birmingham Law School academic included in the #365Frauen project of the Austrian Minister for Education and Women. The project presents extraordinary women in social media.Fri, 22 May 2015 14:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2015/05/wade-austria.aspxx9artsandlawPolitics societyz-law-newsz-ija-newsz-iel-newsInternational Human Rights Keynote in Brusselshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2015/05/kumar-keynote.aspx
Dr Vidya Kumar, Lecturer in Law at Birmingham Law School, gave a keynote speech at the 'Getting Closure: Human Rights after Human Rights' conference in May hosted at the Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB).Fri, 22 May 2015 11:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2015/05/kumar-keynote.aspxx9artsandlawPolitics societyz-law-newsz-lawpublic-newsz-publiclaw-newsUnited Kingdom ranked one of the highest performing countries for higher education in Universitas 21 reporthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/universitas-21-ranking-2015.aspx
According to the fourth annual Universitas 21 Ranking of National Higher Education Systems, the United Kingdom is home to one of highest performing university systems in the world. The report places the UK second only to the United States for global research outputs, the quality of its best institutions, the impact of its research and the production of an educated workforce that meets labour market needs.Thu, 21 May 2015 14:12:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/universitas-21-ranking-2015.aspxUniversitas21rankingNationalhighereducationsystemsunitedkingdomUKVice-ChancellorviceChancellorprofessorsirdavideastwoodUniversity of BirminghamuniversityResearchers pin down enzyme role in muscle 'aging'http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/Researchers-pin-down-enzyme-role-in-muscle-aging-200515.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham have identified the role of an enzyme in muscle wasting, and associated age-related problems. They believe that inhibiting it could hold the key to developing ways of preventing, or reversing, the adverse effects.Wed, 20 May 2015 09:38:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/Researchers-pin-down-enzyme-role-in-muscle-aging-200515.aspxenzymeZaki Hassan-Smithmuscle wastingMajor research project to detect gravitational waves is underwayhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/gravitational-waves-28-05-15.aspx
A research project to detect gravitational waves, minute ripples in the fabric of space and that were predicted by Einstein, was officially launched on May 19, 2015.Tue, 19 May 2015 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/gravitational-waves-28-05-15.aspxaLIGO LIGO gravitational waves physics astronomy alberto vecchio andreas freise323epsnewsphysicsAndreas FreisenewsgwBurundi teeters on the brink of civil war following coup attempthttp://theconversation.com/burundi-teeters-on-the-brink-of-civil-war-following-coup-attempt-41869
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff. An attempt by the incumbent president to change the constitution and run for a third term has exposed deep and dangerous divisions.Mon, 18 May 2015 12:05:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/burundi-teeters-on-the-brink-of-civil-war-following-coup-attempt-41869POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesAlumni progress on potential new cancer treatmenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Alumni-progress-on-potential-new-cancer-treatment.aspx
Fri, 15 May 2015 14:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Alumni-progress-on-potential-new-cancer-treatment.aspx"Challenges of Transnational Investigations" Conference Papers Publishedhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2015/05/wade-challenges-transnational.aspx
Papers resulting from the "Challenges of Transnational Investigations" conference hosted by the Institute of Judicial Administration in 2013 have now been published in the European Journal of Crime, Criminal Law and Criminal Justice.Thu, 14 May 2015 14:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2015/05/wade-challenges-transnational.aspxx9artsandlawPolitics societyz-law-newsz-ija-newsContraceptive and cholesterol-lowering drugs used to treat cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/Contraceptive-and-cholesterol-lowering-drugs-used-to-treat-cancer-140515.aspx
The combination of a cholesterol-lowering drug, Bezafibrate, and a contraceptive steroid, Medroxyprogesterone Acetate, could be an effective, non-toxic treatment for a range of cancers, researchers at the University of Birmingham have found.Thu, 14 May 2015 12:26:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/Contraceptive-and-cholesterol-lowering-drugs-used-to-treat-cancer-140515.aspxcancerLeukaemia and Lymphoma ResearchChris Buncedrugscancer treatmenthealthcareEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - May 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/may.aspx
From voting to headsets to aid military commanders, and more...Wed, 13 May 2015 13:39:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/may.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsBirmingham Wins BMJ Diabetes Team of the Yearhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/05/BMJ-Diabetes-Team-of-the-Year-Award.aspx
Tue, 12 May 2015 14:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/05/BMJ-Diabetes-Team-of-the-Year-Award.aspxx9mdsx9cemx9hapsNew cultures of time and technologyhttp://puc-riodigital.com.puc-rio.br/Videoteca/Ciencias-Sociais/Comunicacao/Palestra-com-David-Gange-e-Tatiana-Siciliano-25957.html
Dr David Gange spoke on Time and Technology in the Modern Middle East at PUC-Rio. This was part of an ongoing collaboration between the School of History & Cultures and the PUC Communications School.Mon, 11 May 2015 16:06:00 GMThttp://puc-riodigital.com.puc-rio.br/Videoteca/Ciencias-Sociais/Comunicacao/Palestra-com-David-Gange-e-Tatiana-Siciliano-25957.htmlx9artsandlawx9historyx9x9historyculturesx9moderncontemporaryArts humanitiesDevoManc: a shrewd political move that keeps Treasury control without the responsibilityhttp://theconversation.com/devomanc-a-shrewd-political-move-that-keeps-treasury-control-without-the-responsibility-41375
Written by Max Lempriere and Sam Warner, PhD Researchers in Political Science. Signed by the chancellor, George Osborne, and the leaders of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), the latest twist in the DevoManc agenda was the unique agreement that purported to grant residents "more control over the decisions that affect their lives". Yet closer inspection suggests a more nuanced picture.Thu, 07 May 2015 12:46:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/devomanc-a-shrewd-political-move-that-keeps-treasury-control-without-the-responsibility-41375POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasINLOGOVinstitute of local government studiesMapping rivers and preserving livelihoodshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/water/news/07May15-mapping-rivers.aspx
River scientists and marine geophysicists from the US and UK - and led by the University of Birmingham - have teamed up for a unique collaboration that could help protect the lives of thousands of people who live close to the banks of some of South Asia's biggest rivers.Thu, 07 May 2015 10:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/water/news/07May15-mapping-rivers.aspxmegascoursscoursriverriversmappingerosiongangesbrahmaputrameghnaBangladeshindiasouthasiaUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamwater-newsMapping rivers and preserving livelihoodshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2015/07May15-mapping-rivers.aspx
River scientists and marine geophysicists from the US and UK - and led by the University of Birmingham - have teamed up for a unique collaboration that could help protect the lives of thousands of people who live close to the banks of some of South Asia's biggest rivers.Thu, 07 May 2015 09:51:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2015/07May15-mapping-rivers.aspxmegascoursscoursriverriversmappingerosiongangesbrahmaputrameghnaBangladeshindiasouthasiaUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamwater-newsMapping rivers and preserving livelihoodshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/mapping-rivers-and-preserving-livelihoods.aspx
River scientists and marine geophysicists from the US and UK - and led by the University of Birmingham - have teamed up for a unique collaboration that could help protect the lives of thousands of people who live close to the banks of some of South Asia's biggest rivers.Wed, 06 May 2015 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/mapping-rivers-and-preserving-livelihoods.aspxmegascoursscoursriverriversmappingerosiongangesbrahmaputrameghnaBangladeshindiasouthasiaUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamUIUCTwo University of Birmingham scientists elected Royal Society Fellowshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/05/royal-society-fellows-01-05-15.aspx
Two University of Birmingham professors have been elected Fellows of the Royal Society, a fellowship of many of the world's most distinguished scientists drawn from all areas of science, engineering and medicine.Fri, 01 May 2015 12:11:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/05/royal-society-fellows-01-05-15.aspxx9mdsx9mdscancerTwo University of Birmingham scientists elected Royal Society Fellowshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/royal-society-fellows-01-05-15.aspx
Two University of Birmingham professors have been elected Fellows of the Royal Society, a fellowship of many of the world's most distinguished scientists drawn from all areas of science, engineering and medicine.Fri, 01 May 2015 10:33:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/05/royal-society-fellows-01-05-15.aspxBizarre 'platypus' dinosaur discoveredhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2015/27Apr15-chilesaurus.aspx
Although closely related to the notorious carnivore Tyrannosaurus rex, a new lineage of dinosaur discovered in Chile is proving to be an evolutionary jigsaw puzzle, as it preferred to graze upon plants. Palaeontologists are referring to Chilesaurus diegosuarezi as a 'platypus' dinosaur because of its extremely bizarre combination of characters that include a proportionally small skull and feet more akin to primitive long-neck dinosaurs.Mon, 27 Apr 2015 16:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2015/27Apr15-chilesaurus.aspxchilesaurusdiegosuarezidinosaurChilepalaeontologyUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamgeosystems-newsBizarre 'platypus' dinosaur discoveredhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/04/Chilesaurus.aspx
Although closely related to the notorious carnivore Tyrannosaurus rex, a new lineage of dinosaur discovered in Chile is proving to be an evolutionary jigsaw puzzle, as it preferred to graze upon plants. Palaeontologists are referring to Chilesaurus diegosuarezi as a 'platypus' dinosaur because of its extremely bizarre combination of characters that include a proportionally small skull and feet more akin to primitive long-neck dinosaurs.Mon, 27 Apr 2015 16:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/04/Chilesaurus.aspxchilesaurusdiegosuarezidinosaurChilepalaeontologyUniversity of BirminghamWhy the zero-carbon homes policy hasn't gone to planhttp://theconversation.com/why-the-zero-carbon-homes-policy-hasnt-gone-to-plan-40650
Written by Max Lempriere, PhD Researcher in Political Science. One of the UK's flagship sustainability policies is in big trouble. Less than a year from now, the theory goes, all new homes will be "zero-carbon". The reality is rather different. Economic meltdown, a housing crisis, pressure from developers and poorly designed legislation have all combined to leave the country way behind schedule.Fri, 24 Apr 2015 14:58:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/why-the-zero-carbon-homes-policy-hasnt-gone-to-plan-40650POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasINLOGOVinstitute of local government studiesWhat Britain should learn from Syriza and Greek euroscepticshttp://theconversation.com/what-britain-should-learn-from-syriza-and-greek-eurosceptics-40653
Written by Dr George Kyris, Lecturer in International and European Politics. The last few years have been remarkable for Greece's relationship with the EU. The bail-out agreements between the country and the EU-IMF, the interference of the latter two in domestic affairs and the imposition of austerity have caused a sharp rise in euroscepticism.Fri, 24 Apr 2015 14:58:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/what-britain-should-learn-from-syriza-and-greek-eurosceptics-40653POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasTake part in groundbreaking new research into TV programmeshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/04/tv-programmes-research.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham are doing an exciting new study and are looking for members of the public to take part.Thu, 23 Apr 2015 13:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/04/tv-programmes-research.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesUniversity of Birmingham expands online postgraduate degree offerings in Business and Public Administrationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/04/online-postgraduate-degrees.aspx
The University of Birmingham is expanding its global academic borders with the announcement that it will now be offering a number of its postgraduate distance learning courses through its online learning platform. The programmes include a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) and a Masters of Science (MSc) in International Business, both from the award-winning Birmingham Business School, as well as a Masters in Public Administration (MPA). Classes for all programmes start in September 2015 and applications are now being accepted.Mon, 20 Apr 2015 11:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/04/online-postgraduate-degrees.aspxPostgraduatecoursesmastersbusinessMBAMScbirmingham business schoolMPAUniversity of Birminghamdistance learningHope for serious chronic diseaseshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/04/Newly-discovered-pathway-200415.aspx
Researchers from the University of Birmingham have identified an important new way in which our immune systems are regulated, and hope that understanding it will help tackle the debilitating effects of type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and other serious diseases.Mon, 20 Apr 2015 07:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/04/Newly-discovered-pathway-200415.aspxRheumatoid Arthritisimmune systemdiabetesInflammationed raingerCardiovascular Sciencescardiovascular researchx9mdsresearchx9mdsx9mdscardiovascularEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - April 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/april.aspx
From the Large Hadron Collider to rail delays and more...Tue, 14 Apr 2015 15:13:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/april.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsExperts share best autism practices with Indiahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2015/04/autism-india.aspx
On World Autism Awareness Day, UK experts are calling for stronger links with India to develop best autism practices that are relevant to the specific cultural and local needs of the country. A research team from the University of Birmingham, UCL Institute of Education (IOE) and the International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad (IIIT Hyderabad) are currently visiting schools in Hyderabad, engaging with teachers and parents on how technology can support children with autism in India.Mon, 13 Apr 2015 12:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2015/04/autism-india.aspxworldautismawarenessdayUKindiaautisticbestpracticestechnologyenhancedlearninguniversitycentralLondonuclinstituteeducationinternationalinformationhyderabadiiitUniversity of BirminghamBirminghamSchool of EducationHillary Clinton announces presidential campaign: expert reactionhttp://theconversation.com/hillary-clinton-announces-presidential-campaign-expert-reaction-39831
Written by Inderjeet Parmar, City University London; Clodagh Harrington, De Montfort University; Rosa Freedman, University of Birmingham; Russell Bentley, University of Southampton; Scott Lucas, University of Birmingham, and Tom Packer, University of Oxford. The worst-kept secret in American politics is finally out in the open. What now?Mon, 13 Apr 2015 09:48:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/hillary-clinton-announces-presidential-campaign-expert-reaction-39831POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasKenya attack: al-Shabaab's violent radicalism can't be tackled by force alonehttp://theconversation.com/kenya-attack-al-shabaabs-violent-radicalism-cant-be-tackled-by-force-alone-39714
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff. The terrorist group al-Shabaab has claimed an attack on Garissa University College in eastern Kenya, in which an unclear number have been killed and many others taken hostage.Fri, 10 Apr 2015 14:29:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/kenya-attack-al-shabaabs-violent-radicalism-cant-be-tackled-by-force-alone-39714POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesIran celebrates historic nuclear deal – all eyes now on supreme leaderhttp://theconversation.com/iran-celebrates-historic-nuclear-deal-all-eyes-now-on-supreme-leader-39528
Written by Professor Scott Lucas. Finally, after years of diplomacy and brinkmanship, the long-awaited nuclear deal with Iran has been done. There is jubilation in the streets as Iran's people, who have struggled under the weight of western sanctions for decades, are waking up to the prospect of a brighter economic future.Fri, 10 Apr 2015 14:11:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/iran-celebrates-historic-nuclear-deal-all-eyes-now-on-supreme-leader-39528POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott Lucas'Toilet-seat head' amphibian boosts catalogue of Triassic curiositieshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/04/toilet-seat-head-amphibian-02-04-2015.aspx
The Triassic, which lasted from 252 to 200 million years ago, is not a geological period that looms large in the public consciousness. It lacks the Hollywood glamour of the Jurassic, and sadly none of its cast is as iconic as stars of the Cretaceous such as Tyrannosaurus rex. Yet, among palaeontologists the Triassic is renowned, and with good reason.Thu, 02 Apr 2015 10:38:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/04/toilet-seat-head-amphibian-02-04-2015.aspxtriassicdinosaursdinosaurpalaeontology'Toilet-seat head' amphibian boosts catalogue of Triassic curiositieshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/04/toilet-seat-head-amphibian-02-04-2015.aspx
The Triassic, which lasted from 252 to 200 million years ago, is not a geological period that looms large in the public consciousness. It lacks the Hollywood glamour of the Jurassic, and sadly none of its cast is as iconic as stars of the Cretaceous such as Tyrannosaurus rex. Yet, among palaeontologists the Triassic is renowned, and with good reason.Thu, 02 Apr 2015 10:38:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/04/toilet-seat-head-amphibian-02-04-2015.aspxtriassicdinosaursdinosaurpalaeontologyExperts share best autism practices with Indiahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/04/autism-india.aspx
On World Autism Awareness Day, UK experts are calling for stronger links with India to develop best autism practices that are relevant to the specific cultural and local needs of the country. A research team from the University of Birmingham, UCL Institute of Education (IOE) and the International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad (IIIT Hyderabad) are currently visiting schools in Hyderabad, engaging with teachers and parents on how technology can support children with autism in India.Thu, 02 Apr 2015 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/04/autism-india.aspxworldautismawarenessdayUKindiaautisticbestpracticestechnologyenhancedlearninguniversitycentralLondonuclinstituteeducationinternationalinformationhyderabadiiitUniversity of BirminghamBirminghamDISNACERBirmingham's innovative new Biohub officially openshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/Birminghams-innovative-new-Biohub-officially-opens.aspx
The doors to The BioHub Birmingham officially opened on Tuesday 24th March to unveil the first purpose-built facility of its kind in the UK.Wed, 01 Apr 2015 12:22:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/Birminghams-innovative-new-Biohub-officially-opens.aspxbiohubLife SciencesBiomedical Innovation Hubbiomedical researchDABEopeningcampus developmentsestates developmentnew facilitiesBirmingham Research Parkbuilding1416Uncovering the secrets of the Himalayas off the coast of Mumbaihttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2015/31Mar15-IODP-expedition.aspx
Despite being thousands of kilometres apart, a team of international scientists are collecting samples from the bottom of the Arabian Sea to find out how the growth of the Himalayan mountain range has affected the Asian Monsoon over the last 50 million years. The drilling, taking place off the coast of Mumbai, India, will also help scientists predict monsoon intensity in the future.Tue, 31 Mar 2015 14:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2015/31Mar15-IODP-expedition.aspxinternationaloceandrillingprogrammeiodparabianseamumbaiindiahimalayahimalayashimalayanasiaasianmonsoonUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamgeosystems-newsUniversity of Birmingham Biblical Studies Postgraduate Conference 2015: Call for Papershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/bibstud-pgconference-2015.aspx
The conference theme will be 'Good and Evil in Biblical and Post-Biblical Traditions'.Tue, 31 Mar 2015 08:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/bibstud-pgconference-2015.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeArts humanitiesx9calgsconferencem3cBiblical StudiesBibleTheology and Religion Postgraduatex9artsandlawUncovering the secrets of the Himalayas off the coast of Mumbaihttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/iodp-expedition.aspx
Despite being thousands of kilometres apart, a team of international scientists are collecting samples from the bottom of the Arabian Sea to find out how the growth of the Himalayan mountain range has affected the Asian Monsoon over the last 50 million years. The drilling, taking place off the coast of Mumbai, India, will also help scientists predict monsoon intensity in the future.Tue, 31 Mar 2015 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/iodp-expedition.aspxinternationaldrillingiodpmumbaihimalayasasiamonsoonUniversity of BirminghamArabian SeaAlumni Spotlight in Hong Konghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/Alumni-Spotlight-in-Hong-Kong.aspx
Interview with Chief Justice Geoffrey MaThu, 26 Mar 2015 16:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/Alumni-Spotlight-in-Hong-Kong.aspxHong Kongchief justicealumniinternationalinterviewGeoffrey MaPrehistoric super salamander was top predator, fossils suggesthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2015/25Mar15-prehistoric-super-salamander.aspx
A previously undiscovered species of crocodile-like amphibian that lived during the rise of dinosaurs was among Earth's top predators more than 200 million years ago, a study shows.Thu, 26 Mar 2015 09:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2015/25Mar15-prehistoric-super-salamander.aspxdinosaursalamanderRichard Butlercrocodile-like amphibiangeosystems-newsEducating China's elderly to fight obesity in the younghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/03/Educating-Chinas-elderly-to-fight-obesity-in-the-young.aspx
Academics from the University of Birmingham, UK are engaging with grandparents in China, to help tackle the increasing problem of obesity amongst Chinese children in a trailblazing public health programme.Thu, 26 Mar 2015 08:51:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/03/Educating-Chinas-elderly-to-fight-obesity-in-the-young.aspxchirpydragongrandparentgrandparentselderlychildchildrenChildhoodobesityGuangzhouGuangdongchinaUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamx9mdsx9mdsresearchPrehistoric super salamander was top predator, fossils suggesthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/25-Mar-15-prehistoric-super-salamander.aspx
A previously undiscovered species of crocodile-like amphibian that lived during the rise of dinosaurs was among Earth's top predators more than 200 million years ago, a study shows.Wed, 25 Mar 2015 09:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/25-Mar-15-prehistoric-super-salamander.aspxdinosaursalamanderRichard Butlercrocodile-like amphibianLive to Learn, Give to Gain - Hong Kong societyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/Live-to-Learn,-Give-to-Gain---Hong-Kong-society.aspx
Tue, 24 Mar 2015 16:36:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/Live-to-Learn,-Give-to-Gain---Hong-Kong-society.aspxEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - March 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/march.aspx
From 'doing cold smarter' to Mars One Mission...Tue, 24 Mar 2015 09:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/march.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsEducating China's elderly to fight obesity in the younghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/Educating-Chinas-elderly-to-fight-obesity-in-the-young.aspx
Academics from the University of Birmingham, UK are engaging with grandparents in China, to help tackle the increasing problem of obesity amongst Chinese children in a trailblazing public health programme.Tue, 24 Mar 2015 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/Educating-Chinas-elderly-to-fight-obesity-in-the-young.aspxelderlychildrenobesityUniversity of BirminghamChirpy Dragonchinagrandparentspublic healthHe's back – but the power struggle around Vladimir Putin continues behind the sceneshttp://theconversation.com/hes-back-but-the-power-struggle-around-vladimir-putin-continues-behind-the-scenes-38868
Written by Dr Adrian Campbell. The apparent disappearance of Russian president Vladimir Putin between March 5 and 16 provoked a festival of Kremlinological speculation on a scale not seen since the temporary ousting of Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev in the abortive coup of 1991.Thu, 19 Mar 2015 11:32:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/hes-back-but-the-power-struggle-around-vladimir-putin-continues-behind-the-scenes-38868POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian Studiesiddinternational development departmentTEDx University of Birmingham - The Road Less Travelledhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/tedx-uob-16-03-15.aspx
TEDx University of Birmingham returns for the second year running to celebrate research successes and ideas worth spreading.Mon, 16 Mar 2015 15:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/tedx-uob-16-03-15.aspxtedx university of birminghamtedxTEDx-2015Engineered cells could help tackle the third most common cancer in Chinese maleshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/03/engineered-cells-cancer.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham believe that a new method of genetically engineering immune cells could lead to improved treatment of Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) patients.Tue, 10 Mar 2015 16:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/03/engineered-cells-cancer.aspxCancer Epstein Barr VirusEpstein-Barr virus (EBV)Steve LeecrukchinaSoutheast AsiaT cellimmunotherapyCancer immunologyx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9cancerEngineered cells could help tackle the third most common cancer in Chinese maleshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/Engineered-cells-could-help-tackle-the-third-most-common-cancer-in-Chinese-males-100315.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham believe that a new method of genetically engineering immune cells could lead to improved treatment of Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) patients.Tue, 10 Mar 2015 10:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/Engineered-cells-could-help-tackle-the-third-most-common-cancer-in-Chinese-males-100315.aspxCancer Epstein Barr VirusEpstein-Barr virus (EBV)Steve LeecrukchinaSoutheast AsiaT cellimmunotherapyCancer immunologyWhy Iran's Supreme Leader may yet swallow a bitter nuclear dealhttp://theconversation.com/why-irans-supreme-leader-may-yet-swallow-a-bitter-nuclear-deal-38244
Written by Professor Scott Lucas. Iran is being pushed to the edge by sanctions over its nuclear programme. Will its dying Supreme Leader cave to the pressure?Fri, 06 Mar 2015 11:15:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/why-irans-supreme-leader-may-yet-swallow-a-bitter-nuclear-deal-38244POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasIraq government cuts threaten its brightest students abroadhttp://theconversation.com/iraq-government-cuts-threaten-its-brightest-students-abroad-38187
Written by Professor Scott Lucas. Iraqis pursuing postgraduate study abroad face a difficult future, after the country's higher education minister signed two measures cutting their stipends by up to 50% and limiting support to three years.Wed, 04 Mar 2015 10:33:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/iraq-government-cuts-threaten-its-brightest-students-abroad-38187POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasSporting bodies must up their game in the fight against dopinghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2015/26Feb-Birmingham-brief-fight-against-doping.aspx
From Ben Johnson to Lance Armstrong, with countless others in-between, there has been no shortage of high-profile doping scandals to shake the sporting world in recent decades.Tue, 03 Mar 2015 12:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2015/26Feb-Birmingham-brief-fight-against-doping.aspxinternationalsportexercisesummer schoolstudentsles-sp-newsdopingNew insight into antibiotic resistance strengthens call for increased focus on researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/03/New-insight-into-antibiotic-resistance-030315.aspx
A team of scientists led by the University of Birmingham have identified a new mechanism of antibiotic resistance in bacterial cells which could help us in understanding, and developing solutions to, the growing problem of antibiotic resistance.Tue, 03 Mar 2015 11:35:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/03/New-insight-into-antibiotic-resistance-030315.aspxantibiotic resistanceEfflux PumpsLaura Piddockbacteriasalmonellax9mdsx9immunityUBRacing Update - March 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/UBRacing-March-2015.aspx
UBRacing have been incredibly busy so far this year with new design developments underway and the chasis in progress. Daisy Partlow and Iestyn Stead tell us more.Tue, 03 Mar 2015 09:20:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/UBRacing-March-2015.aspxStudent newsEPSEngineering and Physical Sciencesubracingmechanical engineeringnewsmechEPS student newsEPS Student Societiesdaisy partlowIestyn SteadWilliam EastmanAlexander ConwayUBRacingNewsNew insight into antibiotic resistance strengthens call for increased focus on researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/New-insight-into-antibiotic-resistance-030315.aspx
A team of scientists led by the University of Birmingham have identified a new mechanism of antibiotic resistance in bacterial cells which could help us in understanding, and developing solutions to, the growing problem of antibiotic resistance.Tue, 03 Mar 2015 09:19:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/03/New-insight-into-antibiotic-resistance-030315.aspxantibiotic resistanceEfflux PumpsLaura PiddockbacteriasalmonellaIn death, Boris Nemtsov embodies the hope of a better Russiahttp://theconversation.com/in-death-boris-nemtsov-embodies-the-hope-of-a-better-russia-38242
Written by Dr Adrian Campbell. For Russia to make peace with its troubled post-Communist history, it needs a 1990s hero to remember. Boris Nemtsov could be just that.Mon, 02 Mar 2015 17:19:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/in-death-boris-nemtsov-embodies-the-hope-of-a-better-russia-38242POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian Studiesiddinternational development departmentElectronic patient records could change the culture of medical litigationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/03/Electronic-patient-records-020315.aspx
The widespread adoption of electronic patient records in health care may have significant consequences for medical litigation in the UK, according to a paper published today in the British Journal of General Practice.Mon, 02 Mar 2015 10:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/03/Electronic-patient-records-020315.aspxElectronic patient recordsGPsGeneral Practicepatientsx9mdsElectronic patient records could change the culture of medical litigationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/02/Electronic-patient-records-020315.aspx
The widespread adoption of electronic patient records in health care may have significant consequences for medical litigation in the UK, according to a paper published today in the British Journal of General Practice.Mon, 02 Mar 2015 09:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/02/Electronic-patient-records-020315.aspxElectronic patient recordsGPsGeneral PracticepatientsUrine test could lead to better treatment of bladder cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/02/Urine-test-could-lead-to-better-treatment-of-bladder-cancer-27-02-15.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham believe that a simple urine test could help to guide clinicians in the treatment of bladder cancer patients.Fri, 27 Feb 2015 12:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/02/Urine-test-could-lead-to-better-treatment-of-bladder-cancer-27-02-15.aspxurine testbladder cancerRik Bryancrukx9mdsx9cancerx9mdscancerUrine test could lead to better treatment of bladder cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/02/Urine-test-could-lead-to-better-treatment-of-bladder-cancer-27-02-15.aspx
Researchers at the University of Birmingham believe that a simple urine test could help to guide clinicians in the treatment of bladder cancer patients.Fri, 27 Feb 2015 10:36:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/02/Urine-test-could-lead-to-better-treatment-of-bladder-cancer-27-02-15.aspxurine testbladder cancerRik BryancrukHow Israel's military stopped Netanyahu attacking Iranhttp://theconversation.com/how-israels-military-stopped-netanyahu-attacking-iran-38009
Written by Professor Scott Lucas. A release of top-secret documents indicates that Israel's prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has exaggerated – and possibly lied – with his repeated claims that Iran is on the brink of a nuclear bomb.Thu, 26 Feb 2015 09:14:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/how-israels-military-stopped-netanyahu-attacking-iran-38009POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott Lucasfurnace: A New Online Postgraduate Journalhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2015/furnace-journal.aspx
furnace is a new online Postgraduate journal within the Ironbridge International Institute for Cultural Heritage (IIICH) at the University of Birmingham.Wed, 25 Feb 2015 13:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2015/furnace-journal.aspxcultural heritageIronbridge International Institute for Cultural HeritageIronbridge InstitutephdPhD studentx9historyculturesx9ironbridgeArtscultureheritagex9artsandlawArts and Humanitiesjournaljournal articlesArts humanitiesMoscow holds aces as bombing rattles shaky Ukraine ceasefirehttp://theconversation.com/moscow-holds-aces-as-bombing-rattles-shaky-ukraine-ceasefire-37879
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff and Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University). . Just as the latest peace deal to stabilise Ukraine was being put into place, a bomb exploded in the city of Kharkiv, killing two people and injuring at least ten, while another was found and defused in Odessa.Mon, 23 Feb 2015 14:16:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/moscow-holds-aces-as-bombing-rattles-shaky-ukraine-ceasefire-37879POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesPrestigious Fellowship Awarded to University of Birmingham Professorhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/02/prestigious-fellowship-jane-mckeating.aspx
Professor Jane McKeating, Deputy Head of the School of Immunity and Infection and Professor of Molecular Virology at the University of Birmingham has been awarded the prestigious Hans Fischer Senior Fellowship.Thu, 19 Feb 2015 15:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/02/prestigious-fellowship-jane-mckeating.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesScreening of documentary film 'Resistance' followed by debate on antimicrobial resistancehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2015/19feb-resistance-film-debate.aspx
On the evening of Monday 9 March the University of Birmingham will be screening a film about antibiotic resistance followed by a debate around antimicrobial resistance. The event will be jointly hosted by the University of Birmingham, the British Science Association and Antibiotic Action on behalf of the British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy.Thu, 19 Feb 2015 09:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2015/19feb-resistance-film-debate.aspxantibioticsresistanceMedical ResearchLabour talks tough on banking reform, but little will changehttp://theconversation.com/labour-talks-tough-on-banking-reform-but-little-will-change-37674
Written by Dr Huw Macartney. Given the scandals, bonus increases and plummeting lending to small and medium-sized British businesses, reform of the banking system is likely to be a hot topic in the run-up to the general election. It is not surprising then that Labour has launched its plan on banking reform, which proposes measures to improve competition within the banking sector, lending to smaller businesses, and the culture of banking itself.Tue, 17 Feb 2015 09:56:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/labour-talks-tough-on-banking-reform-but-little-will-change-37674POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalDr Huw Macartneypolsis highlightUniversity of Birmingham welcomes the Chinese Year of the Sheephttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/02/chinese-new-year.aspx
The University of Birmingham's China Institute is marking the Chinese New Year with the help of some world-class musicians.Pianist Di Xiao, cellist Jiaxin Lloyd Webber and guitarist Xiefei Yang will perform in the University's Bramall Music Building to staff, students, partners and members of the Chinese community from across the West Midlands and beyond. The musical trio will help celebrate the arrival of the Year of the Sheep with traditional Chinese music that is set to transport the audience to the land of dragons and emperors.Mon, 16 Feb 2015 15:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/02/chinese-new-year.aspxMusicconcertUniversity of BirminghamXuefei YangJiaxin Lloyd WebberChina InstituteBramall Music BuildingChinese New Yeardi xiaoEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - February 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/february.aspx
From energy storage to the the next biological revolution...Mon, 16 Feb 2015 13:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/february.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsUkraine ceasefire announced at Minsk summit – what next?http://theconversation.com/ukraine-ceasefire-announced-at-minsk-summit-what-next-37532
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff. After all night talks in the Belarusian capital Minsk, the outcomes of the four party talks in the so-called Normandy format (Ukraine, Russia, France, and Germany) have neither brought a major breakthrough or a complete disaster. As a deal, it is not a solution, but perhaps a step towards one.Fri, 13 Feb 2015 10:00:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/ukraine-ceasefire-announced-at-minsk-summit-what-next-37532POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesReclaiming the realities of anorexiahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/02/reclaiming-realities-anorexia-12-02-15.aspx
The concerning trend for terms such as 'thinspiration' on social media highlights the growing chasm between how we commonly discuss anorexia nervosa, both clinically and as a broader society, and the realities of the condition.Thu, 12 Feb 2015 15:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/02/reclaiming-realities-anorexia-12-02-15.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesReclaiming the realities of anorexiahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/02/reclaiming-realities-anorexia-12-02-15.aspx
The concerning trend for terms such as 'thinspiration' on social media highlights the growing chasm between how we commonly discuss anorexia nervosa, both clinically and as a broader society, and the realities of the condition.Thu, 12 Feb 2015 15:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2015/02/reclaiming-realities-anorexia-12-02-15.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesReclaiming the realities of anorexiahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/02/reclaiming-realities-anorexia.aspx
The concerning trend for terms such as 'thinspiration' on social media highlights the growing chasm between how we commonly discuss anorexia nervosa, both clinically and as a broader society, and the realities of the condition.Thu, 12 Feb 2015 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/02/reclaiming-realities-anorexia.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesAge no barrier to exercise, new training course showshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/02/age-no-barrier-to-exercise.aspx
The mince pies and Christmas cake may be a distant memory, but older adults can still beat the post-Christmas bulge, as a new training scheme designed to teach instructors how to run exercise classes for older people kicks off in Birmingham.Thu, 12 Feb 2015 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/02/age-no-barrier-to-exercise.aspxJanet Lordexerciseageingcentre for healthy ageing researchUniversity of Birminghamx9mdsresearchx9mdsinflammationThe international media is failing to report the Syrian war properlyhttp://theconversation.com/the-international-media-is-failing-to-report-the-syrian-war-properly-37290
Written by Professor Scott Lucas. February 2015 has already seen some major developments in Syria's four-year conflict. At the start of February, rebels launched more than 100 rockets into Damascus and the Assad regime fired mortars on areas of its own capital, hoping to discredit the insurgents. At least six people were killed in the attacks.Tue, 10 Feb 2015 10:31:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/the-international-media-is-failing-to-report-the-syrian-war-properly-37290POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasShare your thank you message with fellow alumnihttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/Share-your-thank-you-message-with-fellow-alumni.aspx
Mon, 09 Feb 2015 13:37:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/Share-your-thank-you-message-with-fellow-alumni.aspxGreek Election 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/greece-election.aspx
Dr George Kyris and Dr Sotirios Zartaloudis reflect on Syriza's victory in the Greek election and discuss what it might mean for the rest of Europe.Thu, 05 Feb 2015 17:55:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/greece-election.aspxPOLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiessecurityresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalbirmingham perspectiveAs its power grows, is the ECB overstepping its mandate?http://theconversation.com/as-its-power-grows-is-the-ecb-overstepping-its-mandate-36997
Written by Dr Nicole Scicluna. The European Central Bank (ECB) symbolises the strange mix of politics and technocracy that marks EU governance. The bank was pushed to centre stage by the eurozone debt crisis and the unwillingness or inability of Europe's national governments to come up with timely solutions. Its rise as a political actor started while it was led by Jean-Claude Trichet, but it has become much clearer under his successor, Mario Draghi.Thu, 05 Feb 2015 15:42:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/as-its-power-grows-is-the-ecb-overstepping-its-mandate-36997POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalNew Testament Papyrus Discovered in Birmingham!http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/nt-papyrus-discovery.aspx
A fourth-century papyrus with text from the Acts of the Apostles has been identified in the University of Birmingham's Cadbury Research Library by Prof. Lincoln Blumell.Thu, 05 Feb 2015 14:20:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/nt-papyrus-discovery.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeTextual Criticism of the New TestamentArts humanitiesx9calgsCadbury Research Library Special Collectionspapyrusx9artsandlawHealthcare students give Birmingham schools a life-saving lessonhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/01/Healthcare-students-give-Birmingham-schools-a-life-saving-lesson-300115.aspx
Over 2,500 school pupils have been given vital training in life-saving skills as part of a scheme led by volunteer healthcare students from the University of Birmingham.Fri, 30 Jan 2015 11:37:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/01/Healthcare-students-give-Birmingham-schools-a-life-saving-lesson-300115.aspxhearthealthcareschoolsoutreachstudentslifesavingx9mdsx9mdsclinicalsciencesHealthcare students give Birmingham schools a life-saving lessonhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/Healthcare-students-give-Birmingham-schools-a-life-saving-lesson-300115.aspx
Over 2,500 school pupils have been given vital training in life-saving skills as part of a scheme led by volunteer healthcare students from the University of Birmingham.Fri, 30 Jan 2015 09:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/Healthcare-students-give-Birmingham-schools-a-life-saving-lesson-300115.aspxhearthealthcareschoolsoutreachstudentslifesavingUniversity of BirminghamHeart Start£5.1m Grant Awarded for Better Lupus Treatmenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/01/lupus-treatment-funding.aspx
A new project involving £5.1 million consortium of universities and industry partners will aim to eliminate the 'trial and error' approach to the treatment of lupus. The University of Manchester will lead the project alongside a consortium of universities including the University of Birmingham.Thu, 29 Jan 2015 16:18:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2015/01/lupus-treatment-funding.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesUniversity of Birmingham climbs five places in international outlook rankingshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/University-of-Birmingham-climbs-five-places-in-international-outlook-rankings.aspx
The University of Birmingham has risen five points to be placed 81st among the top 100 international universities in the world 2015, as ranked by the Times Higher Education magazine.Thu, 29 Jan 2015 16:18:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/University-of-Birmingham-climbs-five-places-in-international-outlook-rankings.aspxtop100internationalUniversitiesworldtimeshighereducationtheUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamThe burning issue of the world's vulnerable carbon sinkshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2015/27Jan15-carbon-sinks.aspx
Changing climate conditions and increasing occurrences of wildfires may leave globally important carbon stocks defenceless, new research shows.A study led by the University of Birmingham (UK), shows vast carbon-rich layers of peat (dead plant debris) found across the world are under threat from a drop in general water table levels and warmer temperatures, as a result of climate change. With drier peatlands becoming more prevalent and wildfire activity on the increase, the peat's carbon content is at a higher risk of being released into our atmosphere.Tue, 27 Jan 2015 12:03:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2015/27Jan15-carbon-sinks.aspxpeatpeatlandpeatlandswildfireClimatechangetemperaturecarbonatmosphereCanadaUKUSARussiaUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamThe burning issue of the world's vulnerable carbon sinkshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/The-burning-issue-of-the-worlds-vulnerable-carbon-sinks.aspx
Changing climate conditions and increasing occurrences of wildfires may leave globally important carbon stocks defenceless, new research shows.A study led by the University of Birmingham (UK), shows vast carbon-rich layers of peat (dead plant debris) found across the world are under threat from a drop in general water table levels and warmer temperatures, as a result of climate change. With drier peatlands becoming more prevalent and wildfire activity on the increase, the peat's carbon content is at a higher risk of being released into our atmosphere.Tue, 27 Jan 2015 10:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/The-burning-issue-of-the-worlds-vulnerable-carbon-sinks.aspxpeatpeatlandpeatlandswildfireClimatechangetemperaturecarbonatmosphereCanadaUKUSARussiaUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamUkraine sliding towards all-out war despite mediation effortshttp://theconversation.com/ukraine-sliding-towards-all-out-war-despite-mediation-efforts-36608
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff. Over the past few days, Ukraine has taken a significant turn for the worse. Fighting between rebels and government forces has intensified, the civilian death toll has increased, and the war of words between Ukraine and Russia has further escalated.Mon, 26 Jan 2015 10:24:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/ukraine-sliding-towards-all-out-war-despite-mediation-efforts-36608POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesWhy the fight against Islamic State is not the success we're told it ishttp://theconversation.com/why-the-fight-against-islamic-state-is-not-the-success-were-told-it-is-36619
Written by Professor Scott Lucas. Ministers from 21 countries gathered in London on January 22 to discuss the fight against Islamic State (IS). They had their photo opportunity and issued their statements. US secretary of state, John Kerry, told them that almost 6,000 jihadists had been killed, and almost 700 square kilometres of Iraqi territory retaken.Mon, 26 Jan 2015 10:23:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/why-the-fight-against-islamic-state-is-not-the-success-were-told-it-is-36619POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - January 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/january.aspx
From loading dishwashers to the Large Hadron Collider and more...Mon, 26 Jan 2015 09:51:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2015/january.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsCall for papers: Trans-Atlantic Dialogues on Cultural Heritagehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2014/cfp-trans-atlantic-dialogues.aspx
Conference on Heritage, Tourism and Traditions will take place 13-16 July 2015, Liverpool, UK.Wed, 21 Jan 2015 16:40:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2014/cfp-trans-atlantic-dialogues.aspxx9ironbridgex9historyculturesx9artsandlawx9classicsx9cahaArts humanitiesBirmingham International Summer Schoolhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2015/16Jan-Birmingham-International-Summer-School.aspx
Our Birmingham International Summer School offers you the chance to study in the Heart of England, at a top institution and a pioneering university.Mon, 19 Jan 2015 09:52:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2015/16Jan-Birmingham-International-Summer-School.aspxinternationalsportexercisesummer schoolstudentsles-sp-newsAl-Qaeda's Yemen branch adds Paris attacks to list of successeshttp://theconversation.com/al-qaedas-yemen-branch-adds-paris-attacks-to-list-of-successes-36308
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff. Al-Qaeda's most active and notorious branch – the Yemen-based al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) – has claimed responsibility for the attack on Charlie Hebdo in Paris. While some questions remain about the full credibility of the claim, it is not entirely implausible: it's been established that some of the attackers had been trained in Yemen, and at least one of them had met AQAP's former chief ideologue, Anwar al-Awlaki, the American-born jihadist killed in a US drone strike in 2011.Mon, 19 Jan 2015 09:32:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/al-qaedas-yemen-branch-adds-paris-attacks-to-list-of-successes-36308POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesUkraine steels for more unrest as Donetsk bus attack kills 12http://theconversation.com/ukraine-steels-for-more-unrest-as-donetsk-bus-attack-kills-12-36266
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff. The deadly attack on a bus carrying civilians near Donetsk, killing at least 12 of them and wounding many more, comes in the wake of yet another round of failed talks among the foreign ministers of Russia, Ukraine, Germany, and France. It also follows a pattern of persistent violence between rebels and government forces that has made a mockery of a ceasefire agreement brokered between the two sides back in September 2014.Thu, 15 Jan 2015 09:26:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/ukraine-steels-for-more-unrest-as-donetsk-bus-attack-kills-12-36266POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesNew Workshop at EABS Annual Meeting 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/eabs-ntworkshop-2015.aspx
The European Association of Biblical Studies Annual Meeting for 2015 will include a new workshop session on Textual Criticism of the New Testament, the Old Testament and the Qur'an convened by ITSEE postgraduate student, Theodora Panella.Wed, 14 Jan 2015 13:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2015/eabs-ntworkshop-2015.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeTheodora PanellaTextual Criticism of the New TestamentArts humanitiesx9calgsqur'anconferenceMidlands Three Cities Doctoral Training Partnershipm3cUniversity of Birmingham ranks among the top gay-friendly UK employershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/stonewall-top-100-employers-2015.aspx
The University of Birmingham has been ranked 79th overall in the definitive list of Britain's most gay-friendly workplaces. Birmingham's position in the Stonewall Top 100 Employers 2015 sees an impressive rise of 180 places from last year, reflecting the University's ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive workplace.Wed, 14 Jan 2015 12:31:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/stonewall-top-100-employers-2015.aspxstonewallemployersworkplaceequalityGayLGBUniversity of Birminghamgay-friendlyLeading forces in fight against Leukaemia unite once again, with Geoff Thomas at the helmhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/Leading-forces-in-fight-against-Leukaemia-unite-once-again-09-01-15.aspx
To celebrate ten years in remission from leukaemia, former footballer Geoff Thomas has teamed up with Cure Leukaemia and the University of Birmingham to raise £500,000 to ensure more patients can access lifesaving treatments like he did.Fri, 09 Jan 2015 14:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/Leading-forces-in-fight-against-Leukaemia-unite-once-again-09-01-15.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesWe are all Charlie Hebdo - and this is an attack on our rightshttp://theconversation.com/we-are-all-charlie-hebdo-and-this-is-an-attack-on-our-rights-35978
Birmingham Law School's Dr Rosa Freedman writes for The ConversationThu, 08 Jan 2015 14:38:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/we-are-all-charlie-hebdo-and-this-is-an-attack-on-our-rights-35978z-law-newsx9artsandlawz-publiclaw-newsz-lawpublic-newsPolitics societyCycling: The Secret to Staying Younghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Cycling-The-Secret-to-Staying-Young.aspx
Study shows that active older people resemble much younger people physiologically.Thu, 08 Jan 2015 11:11:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Cycling-The-Secret-to-Staying-Young.aspx'Brummie' water fleas prepared for their trip to spacehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2014/22-Dec-14-brummie-water-fleas-prepared-for-their-trip-to-space.aspx
Local 'Daphnia' waterfleas are currently being prepared by scientists at the University of Birmingham for their trip to the International Space Station (ISS), where they will be observed by astronauts.Mon, 22 Dec 2014 11:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2014/22-Dec-14-brummie-water-fleas-prepared-for-their-trip-to-space.aspxDaphniawater fleasinternational space stationNASAKay Van Dammejohn colbournebiosciencesEdgbaston PoolUniversity of Birmingham'Brummie' water fleas prepared for their trip to spacehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/22-Dec-14-brummie-water-fleas-prepared-for-their-trip-to-space.aspx
Local 'Daphnia' waterfleas are currently being prepared by scientists at the University of Birmingham for their trip to the International Space Station (ISS), where they will be observed by astronauts.Mon, 22 Dec 2014 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/22-Dec-14-brummie-water-fleas-prepared-for-their-trip-to-space.aspxDaphniawater fleasinternational space stationNASAKay Van Dammejohn colbournebiosciencesEdgbaston PoolUniversity of BirminghamREF confirms Birmingham's position amongst top research universitieshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/ref-confirms-birminghams-position-amongst-top-research-universities-18-12-14.aspx
The results of the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014 also show that 87 per cent of the University of Birmingham's research activity has a global impact, confirming its position among the world's top universities for research in a broad range of areas from History and Education to Chemical Engineering and Psychology.Thu, 18 Dec 2014 00:10:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/ref-confirms-birminghams-position-amongst-top-research-universities-18-12-14.aspxREF 2014research excellence frameworkresearchUniversity of BirminghamimpactREF Confirms Birmingham's Position Amongst Top Research Universitieshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/ref-confirms-birminghams-position-amongst-top-research-universities-18-12-14.aspx
Thu, 18 Dec 2014 00:10:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/ref-confirms-birminghams-position-amongst-top-research-universities-18-12-14.aspx2014: a review of the yearhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/2014.aspx
2014 has been an exceptional year for the University of Birmingham, from discovering previously unknown archaeological monuments at the Stonhenge site to installing Lord Bilimoria of Chelsea CBE as our new chancellor it has been an exciting year.Wed, 17 Dec 2014 15:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/2014.aspx2014reviewUndergraduate Students contribute to paper in Sciencehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/12/Undergraduate-Students-contribute-to-paper-in-Science.aspx
Two current undergraduate students have contributed to a research paper published recently in the highly-regarded journal Science.Mon, 15 Dec 2014 10:43:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/12/Undergraduate-Students-contribute-to-paper-in-Science.aspxx9mdsIndonesia's Ambassador to the UN receives Honorary Doctoratehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/un-indonesia-ambassador-receives-honorary-doctorate.aspx
Current Indonesian Ambassador to the United Nations (UN), His Excellency (H. E.) Dr Desra Percaya has received an honorary doctorate from the University of Birmingham, UK. Dr Percaya was named Doctor of the University (DUniv) on Thursday 11 December in the University's historic Great Hall, in the presence of hundreds of graduands and their families.Fri, 12 Dec 2014 11:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/un-indonesia-ambassador-receives-honorary-doctorate.aspxindonesiaindonesianambassadorunitednationsUNHisexcellencyDrdoctordesrapercayaUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamLaw Society's Human Rights Week eventshttp://communities.lawsociety.org.uk/human-rights/news-and-events/events/human-rights-week/
Events co-organised by Birmingham Law School's Dr Rosa FreedmanWed, 10 Dec 2014 16:28:00 GMThttp://communities.lawsociety.org.uk/human-rights/news-and-events/events/human-rights-week/z-law-newsx9artsandlawz-publiclaw-newsz-lawpublic-newsPolitics societyEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - December 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2014/december.aspx
Alan Turing's legacy is even bigger than we realiseTue, 09 Dec 2014 14:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2014/december.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsMore than just a change in diet: the challenge of Coeliac Disease for parents and how to survive ithttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/coeliac-disease-09-12-14.aspx
From birthday parties to our daily breakfast, food plays a central role in our friendships and family lives. As we are inundated with Christmas markets and high definition adverts for festive foodstuffs, it is can be difficult and stressful for children managing Coeliac Disease, and their families.Tue, 09 Dec 2014 10:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/coeliac-disease-09-12-14.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesBirmingham to lead pioneering study to test new treatment for Sjogren's syndromehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/12/Sjogrens-syndrome.aspx
The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) has today announced the start of the UK's first commercial trial of a new treatment for Sjogren's syndrome.Mon, 08 Dec 2014 11:06:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/12/Sjogrens-syndrome.aspxx9mdsx9immunityx9mdsresearchx9precisionReducing food waste, protecting the environment and creating economic growth in India through liquid air cold chainshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/india-liquid-air-cold-chains.aspx
₹43 billion worth of fruit and vegetables wasted annually in India could be better conserved if the country had a sustainable cold chain of refrigerated warehousing and transport, say University of Birmingham (UK) experts in a new study.Mon, 08 Dec 2014 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/india-liquid-air-cold-chains.aspxliquidaircoldchainsnitrogenindiafoodenvironmenteconomyUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamnewsenergy323epsscience technologyepsenergyenergyUK première of James Macmillan's St Luke Passionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2014/st-luke-passion.aspx
The UK premiere of the St Luke Passion by James MacMillan, commissioned to mark the 40th Anniversary of the CBSO Chorus, takes place in Birmingham this week.Wed, 03 Dec 2014 10:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2014/st-luke-passion.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeArts humanitieshugh houghtonITSEEMusicchoral conductingx9artsandlawMoldova's future in the balance after uncertain election resulthttp://theconversation.com/moldovas-future-in-the-balance-after-uncertain-election-result-34895
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff. Moldova has gone to the polls in a vote seen as crucial for determining the country's future direction. Preliminary results indicate that the pro-European parties together achieved about 44% of the vote, while those parties considered to be more pro-Russia came in with just under 40% of the vote, on a turnout of around 56%. These headline figures, however, mask a more complicated picture.Tue, 02 Dec 2014 15:45:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/moldovas-future-in-the-balance-after-uncertain-election-result-34895POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesBrazil Conference on Sports Mega- Events, Physical Education and Sport in Schoolshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/sport-policy-centre/commentary-box/2014/04Nov-Brazil-Conference.aspx
On the 3rd and 4th of November 2014 Dr Jonathan Grix, Professor Joan Duda and Dr Mark Griffiths represented the University of Birmingham in São Paulo (Brazil).Tue, 02 Dec 2014 15:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/sport-policy-centre/commentary-box/2014/04Nov-Brazil-Conference.aspxles-sp-newsHealth sciencescience technologySport Policy CentreAir pollution in Delhi is worse during winter, international research study showshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2014/02Dec-air-pollution-delhi.aspx
As the cold weather sets in, a quantitative analysis on particulate matter (PM) in Delhi has highlighted that residents are exposed to significantly higher levels of air pollutants in the Indian capital during winter than in summer.Tue, 02 Dec 2014 15:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2014/02Dec-air-pollution-delhi.aspxairpollutionDelhiindiaUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamSchool of GeographyEarth & Environmental ScienceProfessor Roy M. HarrisonEnvironmental Health Sciences Groupeh-newsEngineering and Physical Sciences in the media - November 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2014/november.aspx
From Top Gear to quantum technology to perfume and more...Tue, 02 Dec 2014 12:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/eps-media/2014/november.aspxeps in the mediaEPS in the newsAir pollution in Delhi is worse during winter, international research study showshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/air-pollution-delhi.aspx
As the cold weather sets in, a quantitative analysis on particulate matter (PM) in Delhi has highlighted that residents are exposed to significantly higher levels of air pollutants in the Indian capital during winter than in summer.Tue, 02 Dec 2014 11:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/air-pollution-delhi.aspxairpollutionDelhiindiaUniversity of BirminghamMuch Ado About Nothing: in performancehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2014/much-ado.aspx
Sign up now for a unique free online course in collaboration with the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust and the Shakespeare Institute.Mon, 01 Dec 2014 12:17:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2014/much-ado.aspxArts humanitiesx9artsandlawx9shakespearex9edacsx9englishIran nuclear deal will come down to economic pressurehttp://theconversation.com/iran-nuclear-deal-will-come-down-to-economic-pressure-34668
Written by Professor Scott Lucas. Iran has failed to reach an agreement with six world powers about the future of its nuclear programme after talks. Talks in Vienna about the future of Iran's nuclear programme have failed for the time being. The countries involved have agreed to resume discussions in December with a view to reaching a political agreement by March 1 next year and a final deal by the end of June.Thu, 27 Nov 2014 09:59:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/iran-nuclear-deal-will-come-down-to-economic-pressure-34668POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalProfessor Scott LucasFolic acid reduces the risk of babies being born small for gestational age; but uptake remains lowhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/Folic-acid.aspx
Taking folic acid before conception significantly reduces the risk of small for gestational age (SGA) at birth, but despite the benefits there are still thousands who opt against following the recommendation.Wed, 26 Nov 2014 13:12:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/Folic-acid.aspxx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9cemFolic acid reduces the risk of babies being born small for gestational age; but uptake remains lowhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/Folic-acid-reduces-the-risk-but-uptake-remains-low.aspx
Taking folic acid before conception significantly reduces the risk of small for gestational age (SGA) at birth, but despite the benefits there are still thousands who opt against following the recommendation.Wed, 26 Nov 2014 09:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/Folic-acid-reduces-the-risk-but-uptake-remains-low.aspxfolic acidKhaled IsmailPregnancySGAprenatal managementWhen UN peacekeepers commit atrocities, someone has to acthttp://theconversation.com/when-un-peacekeepers-commit-atrocities-someone-has-to-act-34317
Birmingham Law School's Dr Rosa Freedman writes about UN peacekeepers and atrocities for the ConversationTue, 25 Nov 2014 13:13:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/when-un-peacekeepers-commit-atrocities-someone-has-to-act-34317z-law-newsx9artsandlawz-publiclaw-newsz-lawpublic-newsPolitics societyUsing intelligence to understand cancer's defence against immunityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/understanding-cancers-defence-against-immunity-25-11-14.aspx
A team from the University of Birmingham are looking to receive a boost to their research into a treatment for cancers linked to Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) through a pioneering crowdfunding scheme.Tue, 25 Nov 2014 11:21:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/understanding-cancers-defence-against-immunity-25-11-14.aspxCancer diagnosisEBVCancer Research UKCRCTUx9mdsimmunologyOFFA welcomes new guidance on widening access to medical schoolshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/OFFA-welcomes-new-guidance-on-widening-access-to-medical-schools.aspx
The Office for Fair Access (OFFA) welcomes the Medical Schools Council's first ever guidance on how to widen access to medicine courses for people from disadvantaged backgrounds.Tue, 25 Nov 2014 09:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/OFFA-welcomes-new-guidance-on-widening-access-to-medical-schools.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesCareer and Education Website of the Year 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/website-of-the-year.aspx
The University of Birmingham wins the Best Website award in the Career & Education category of the Website of the Year 2014 awards.Mon, 24 Nov 2014 09:52:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/website-of-the-year.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesBirmingham pub bombings 40 years on: why there is still no closurehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/11/Birmingham-pub-bombings-40-years-on-why-there-is-still-no-closure-20-11-14.aspx
Birmingham Law School's Professor Andrew Sanders writes for the Birmingham BriefFri, 21 Nov 2014 12:52:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/11/Birmingham-pub-bombings-40-years-on-why-there-is-still-no-closure-20-11-14.aspxz-law-newsx9artsandlawPolitics societyz-ija-newsCareer and Education Website of the Year 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/website-of-the-year.aspx
The University of Birmingham wins the Best Website award in the Career & Education category of the Website of the Year 2014 awards.Thu, 20 Nov 2014 15:06:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/website-of-the-year.aspxbest websitewebsite of the yearBirminghamuniversityCould a vaccine help to fight cancer? You can help us find outhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/ebv-vaccine-cancer.aspx
Working with Cancer Research UK, the Birmingham research team (Prof Alan Rickinson, Dr Neil Steven and Dr Graham Taylor; all in the School of Cancer Sciences) have already tested the vaccine in a small number of patients with an EBV-related head and neck cancer. It is currently being tested in larger clinical trials worldwide.Thu, 20 Nov 2014 10:40:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/ebv-vaccine-cancer.aspxx9mdsx9mdsresearchEpstein Barr VirusresearchAbe can win Japan's snap election but he needs to win bighttp://theconversation.com/abe-can-win-japans-snap-election-but-he-needs-to-win-big-34438
Written by Dr Julie Gilson. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's decision to call a snap election for December 14 comes after what has been a rather bad week for him. Japan has slipped back into recession for the first time since 2012 and Abe has seen his popularity ratings drop below 50% for the first time.Wed, 19 Nov 2014 17:28:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/abe-can-win-japans-snap-election-but-he-needs-to-win-big-34438POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalDr Julie GilsonReal-time genome sequencing helps control hospital outbreakhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/real-time-genome-sequencing-helps-control-hospital-outbreak.aspx
Pioneering use of whole genome sequencing in real time to help control a hospital outbreak is reported in a paper published today in the open-access journal Genome Medicine. The research corroborates the use of the technique as a rapid and cost-effective way of tracking and controlling the spread of drug-resistant hospital pathogens.Wed, 19 Nov 2014 10:03:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/real-time-genome-sequencing-helps-control-hospital-outbreak.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesBiomedical Materials Science 21st birthday celebrations - 12 September 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/09/Biomedical-Materials-Science-21st-birthday-celebrations.aspx
On Friday 12 September 2014, over 70 alumni and former staff as well as current staff and students gathered at the Dental Hospital for an enjoyable evening celebrating 21 years since the Biomedical Materials course started.Tue, 18 Nov 2014 16:06:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/09/Biomedical-Materials-Science-21st-birthday-celebrations.aspxx9mdsOld Joe turns blue for European Antibiotic Awareness Dayhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/Old-Joe-turns-blue-for-EAAD-18-11-14.aspx
The University of Birmingham's iconic clock tower 'Old Joe' turned a shade of blue as part of European Antibiotic Awareness Day (EAAD) on Tuesday 18 OctoberTue, 18 Nov 2014 12:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/Old-Joe-turns-blue-for-EAAD-18-11-14.aspxx9mdsx9researchx9immunityOld Joe turns blue for European Antibiotic Awareness Dayhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/old-Joe-turns-blue-for-eaad-18-11-14.aspx
The University of Birmingham's iconic clock tower 'Old Joe' turned a shade of blue as part of European Antibiotic Awareness Day (EAAD) on Tuesday 18 October.Tue, 18 Nov 2014 11:31:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/old-Joe-turns-blue-for-eaad-18-11-14.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesAsthma sufferers could benefit from new laser researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/Asthma-sufferers-could-benefit-from-new-laser-research.aspx
UK scientists, including researchers from the University of Birmingham, have used a laser beam trap to examine how drug particles from asthma inhalers behave as they are projected through the air. Their findings could improve the effectiveness of inhalers for the over 5 million people in the UK suffering from asthma.Fri, 14 Nov 2014 10:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/Asthma-sufferers-could-benefit-from-new-laser-research.aspxx9mdsBirmingham and Nottingham projects to strengthen UK-Rio research linkshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/faperj-funding.aspx
The University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham have strengthened their collaborations with Brazilian institutions in the state of Rio de Janeiro after securing funding for a number of country-specific research projects. The Rio de Janeiro State Funding Agency (FAPERJ) has allocated £100,000 for nine research projects in 2014/2015, with the amount matched by combined funding from the Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham.Wed, 12 Nov 2014 12:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/faperj-funding.aspxBrazilfaperjfundingresearchUniversity of Birminghamnottinghamrio de janeiroscience technologynewsmetmatx9mdsx9dentx9mdsresearchUniversity of Birmingham forging lasting collaborations with Indiahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/birmingham-india-collaborations-12-11-14.aspx
Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir David Eastwood and Chancellor Lord Bilimoria will accompany a ministerial delegation to New Delhi this week to underline the University of Birmingham's commitment to forging closer ties with India.Wed, 12 Nov 2014 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/birmingham-india-collaborations-12-11-14.aspxProfessor Sir David EastwoodLord BilimoriaUniversity of BirminghamNew DelhiindiacollaborationUBRacing Update - November 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/UBR-Nov14.aspx
The UoB's students may well be hearing the term UBR a lot more often this year. What is UBR you ask? Well this is the University of Birmingham's Formula Student Team: UB Racing.Tue, 11 Nov 2014 14:17:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/UBR-Nov14.aspxStudent newsEPSEngineering and Physical Sciencesubracingmechanical engineeringnewsmechUBRacingNewsThe big winner of the congressional elections is... Hillary Clintonhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/hillary-clinton.aspx
Written by Professor Scott Lucas. The new Senate majority leader, Mitch McConnell, proclaimed his party would 'turn the country around' after Republicans gained seven seats in the Senate and extended its advantage in the House of Representatives. However, beyond the rhetoric, there may be a far different story and a different victor from Tuesday night's vote: Hillary Clinton, the likely Democratic nominee for the 2016 presidential election.Mon, 10 Nov 2014 11:06:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/hillary-clinton.aspxPOLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiessecurityresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalbirmingham perspectiveProfessor Scott LucasIn Ukraine, the start of a new Cold War that Russia can't winhttp://theconversation.com/in-ukraine-the-start-of-a-new-cold-war-that-russia-cant-win-33988
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff and Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University). Twenty-five years after the fall of the Berlin Wall that ushered in the end of communism in eastern Europe and the break-up of the Soviet Union, all the signs point to a new Cold War between Russia and the West.Mon, 10 Nov 2014 10:26:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/in-ukraine-the-start-of-a-new-cold-war-that-russia-cant-win-33988POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesUniversity of Birmingham celebrates more than 20 years of graduate success in Singaporehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/singapore-graduation-ceremony.aspx
Over 200 graduands in Singapore have received their master and bachelor degree scrolls at the University of Birmingham-SIM degree congregation which took place on Friday 7 November. The ceremony marked 21 years since the University of Birmingham first began delivering business education in Singapore.Fri, 07 Nov 2014 16:55:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/singapore-graduation-ceremony.aspxSingaporeceremonydegreecongregationgraduandUndergraduatePostgraduateMBAUniversity of BirminghamPodcast: Corporate Social Responsibility in Developing Countries Lecturehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2014/11/corporate-social-responsibility-in-developing-countries.aspx
Speaker: Ms. Donna Guest, Senior Advisor on Southeast Asia at Institute for Human Rights and BusinessFri, 07 Nov 2014 13:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2014/11/corporate-social-responsibility-in-developing-countries.aspxiddinternational development departmentstudentnewsalumninewsresearchnewspodcastgovsocInternational Development Forum 2014/15Birmingham and Nottingham projects to strengthen UK-Rio research linkshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/faperj-funding.aspx
The University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham have strengthened their collaborations with Brazilian institutions in the state of Rio de Janeiro after securing funding for a number of country-specific research projects. The Rio de Janeiro State Funding Agency (FAPERJ) has allocated £100,000 for nine research projects in 2014/2015, with the amount matched by combined funding from the Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham.Thu, 06 Nov 2014 03:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/faperj-funding.aspxBrazilfaperjfundingresearchUniversity of Birminghamnottinghamrio de janeiroscience technology323epsnewsmetmatThe New York Times reviews The Killshttp://www.nytimes.com/2014/10/26/books/review/tawni-odells-one-of-us-and-more.html?ref=books&_r=3
Dr Richard House's new book reviewed.Wed, 05 Nov 2014 14:11:00 GMThttp://www.nytimes.com/2014/10/26/books/review/tawni-odells-one-of-us-and-more.html?ref=books&_r=3Arts humanitiesx9artsandlawx9edacsx9fcwUniversity of Birmingham signs collaboration with the European Commissionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/collaboration-agreement-05-11-14.aspx
The University of Birmingham has signed a collaboration agreement with the European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) in Brussels.Wed, 05 Nov 2014 12:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/collaboration-agreement-05-11-14.aspxepsenergyenergyPatients to benefit from new £5m MRC Regional Phenome Centre at Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/Patients-to-benefit-from-new-5m-MRC-Regional-Phenome-Centre-at-Birmingham.aspx
The University of Birmingham has announced plans to establish a £5m MRC Regional Phenome Centre (RPC), which will help to improve the health of patients through novel research and technology.Wed, 05 Nov 2014 10:38:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/11/Patients-to-benefit-from-new-5m-MRC-Regional-Phenome-Centre-at-Birmingham.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesPatients to benefit from new £5m MRC Regional Phenome Centre at Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/5m-MRC-Regional-Phenome-Centre-at-Birmingham-05-11-14.aspx
The University of Birmingham has announced plans to establish a £5m MRC Regional Phenome Centre (RPC), which will help to improve the health of patients through novel research and technology.Wed, 05 Nov 2014 09:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/5m-MRC-Regional-Phenome-Centre-at-Birmingham-05-11-14.aspxPatients to benefit from new £5m MRC Regional Phenome Centre at Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2014/5m-MRC-Regional-Phenome-Centre-at-Birmingham-05-11-14.aspx
The University of Birmingham has announced plans to establish a £5m MRC Regional Phenome Centre (RPC), which will help to improve the health of patients through novel research and technology.Wed, 05 Nov 2014 09:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2014/5m-MRC-Regional-Phenome-Centre-at-Birmingham-05-11-14.aspxRecent PhD Success Highlights Strength of POLSIS Doctoral Researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2014/11/phd-success.aspx
Sixteen doctoral students gained a PhD in the past year in POLSIS.Mon, 03 Nov 2014 14:38:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2014/11/phd-success.aspxPOLSISpolsis highlightstudentnewsresearchnewsDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesgovsocJerusalem, Israeli settlements and why a third intifada could be about to kick offhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/jerusalem-israeli-settlements.aspx
Written by Dr Asaf Siniver. Does this month's escalation in violence in Jerusalem and the West Bank mean that a third intifada – a Palestinian uprising against the Israel's occupation, following those of 1987 and 2000 – is imminent? The latest events in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict prove that the next round could kick off at any moment.Fri, 31 Oct 2014 10:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/jerusalem-israeli-settlements.aspxPOLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiessecurityresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalbirmingham perspectiveDr Asaf SiniverEducation and awareness needed to combat 'global epidemic' of liver diseasehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/10/education-needed-to-combat-liver-disease-30-10-14.aspx
Despite significant advances in our knowledge of how to diagnose and treat chronic liver disease, we are currently experiencing a global epidemic in cases. In Europe alone, 29 million people suffer from chronic liver disease, and this rapid upward trend is reproduced in England, where liver disease is one of the leading causes of premature mortality.Thu, 30 Oct 2014 13:04:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/10/education-needed-to-combat-liver-disease-30-10-14.aspxLiver diseaseEducation and awareness needed to combat 'global epidemic' of liver diseasehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/10/education-needed-to-combat-liver-disease-30-10-14.aspx
Despite significant advances in our knowledge of how to diagnose and treat chronic liver disease, we are currently experiencing a global epidemic in cases. In Europe alone, 29 million people suffer from chronic liver disease, and this rapid upward trend is reproduced in England, where liver disease is one of the leading causes of premature mortality.Thu, 30 Oct 2014 13:04:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/10/education-needed-to-combat-liver-disease-30-10-14.aspxLiver diseaseTwelfth Cadbury Fellowship Scheme and Workshophttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/news/2014/cadbury-fellowship.aspx
The Department of African Studies and Anthropology at the University of Birmingham invites applications for the 2015 Cadbury Fellowship Scheme, which will focus on research on money.Thu, 30 Oct 2014 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/news/2014/cadbury-fellowship.aspxArts humanitiesx9artsandlawx9dasax9historyculturesx9africahubBirmingham-Jinan MBA programme launcheshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/birmingham-jinan-mba.aspx
The University of Birmingham (UK) and Jinan University (China) have joined forces to nurture management talent in and around South China as they launch the latest version of the Birmingham MBA. The Birmingham-Jinan MBA is a part-time executive programme run by Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham and the School of Management, Jinan University, Guangzhou.Thu, 30 Oct 2014 10:36:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/birmingham-jinan-mba.aspxGuangzhouchinabusinessMBAmanagementUniversity of Birminghambirmingham business schooljinan universityStaff and students countdown to the new Birmingham Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry at Pebble Millhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/birmingham-dental-hospital-and-school-of-dentistry-at-pebble-mill.aspx
Clinical staff and students from the Birmingham Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry have visited the construction site of the new facility to have a 'sneak preview' of the build with a year to go until students begin their studies and clinicians start treating patients at this landmark building.Mon, 27 Oct 2014 17:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/birmingham-dental-hospital-and-school-of-dentistry-at-pebble-mill.aspxDentistryconstructioncampus developmentsEstatesUniversity of BirminghamBirmingham Dental HospitalDental Schoolbuilding1416x9mdsPro-Western bloc set for majority in elections that expose deep divisions in Ukrainehttp://theconversation.com/pro-western-bloc-set-for-majority-in-elections-that-expose-deep-divisions-in-ukraine-33450
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff and Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University). Ukrainians have voted for a new parliament. The exit polls, in line with earlier predictions, indicate that the Petro Poroshenko Bloc – which also includes the UDAR party of Kiev's mayor, former boxing champion Vitali Klichko – came out on top (predicted to achieve around 23% of the vote), but will need partners to form a stable coalition that will give Poroshenko a majority in parliament.Mon, 27 Oct 2014 16:01:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/pro-western-bloc-set-for-majority-in-elections-that-expose-deep-divisions-in-ukraine-33450POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesOttawa shootings: Canada 'lost its innocence' a long time agohttp://theconversation.com/ottawa-shootings-canada-lost-its-innocence-a-long-time-ago-33387
Dr Steve Hewitt on the Ottowa shootings and Canada's previous terrorist attacks.Fri, 24 Oct 2014 16:19:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/ottawa-shootings-canada-lost-its-innocence-a-long-time-ago-33387Arts humanitiesx9artsandlawx9historyx9x9historyculturesx9acs£7m funding boost for clinical research in Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/7m-funding-boost-for-clinical-research-in-Birmingham-23-10-14.aspx
A state-of-the-art facility for research into immune-mediated inflammatory diseases and blood cancers at the University of Birmingham has been announced by Rt Hon George Osborne MP. The Chancellor of the Exchequer pledged an investment of over £230m to enhance the UK's clinical research infrastructure, which includes £7m to set up the West Midlands Stratified Medicine Innovation & Translation Facility.Fri, 24 Oct 2014 13:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/7m-funding-boost-for-clinical-research-in-Birmingham-23-10-14.aspxUniversity of BirminghamProfessor David AdamsInstitute of Translational MedicineinvestmentBirmingham Health Partnersuniversity hospitals birminghamClinical Researchx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9precision£7m funding boost for clinical research in Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/7m-funding-boost-for-clinical-research-in-Birmingham-23-10-14.aspx
A state-of-the-art facility for research into immune-mediated inflammatory diseases and blood cancers at the University of Birmingham has been announced by Rt Hon George Osborne MP. The Chancellor of the Exchequer pledged an investment of over £230m to enhance the UK's clinical research infrastructure, which includes £7m to set up the West Midlands Stratified Medicine Innovation & Translation Facility.Thu, 23 Oct 2014 16:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/7m-funding-boost-for-clinical-research-in-Birmingham-23-10-14.aspxUniversity of BirminghamProfessor David AdamsInstitute of Translational MedicineinvestmentBirmingham Health Partnersuniversity hospitals birminghamClinical ResearchOld Joe turns pink in support of Breast Cancer Campaignhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/old-joe-pink-for-bcc-23-10-14.aspx
The University of Birmingham's iconic clock tower 'Old Joe' turned pink in the lead up to Breast Cancer Campaign's annual fundraiser 'wear it pink' day.Thu, 23 Oct 2014 12:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/old-joe-pink-for-bcc-23-10-14.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesJapan's Shinzo Abe will struggle to recover from ministerial scandalhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/japan-ministerial-scandal.aspx
Written by Dr Julie Gilson. In a country that has had nine leaders since 2000, Japan's prime minister Shinzo Abe appeared to have found the recipe for longevity. But the resignation of two ministers from his government has left him in serious trouble.Thu, 23 Oct 2014 10:46:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/japan-ministerial-scandal.aspxPOLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiessecurityresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalbirmingham perspectiveDr Julie GilsonOld Joe turns pink in support of Breast Cancer Campaignhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/old-joe-pink-for-bcc-23-10-14.aspx
The University of Birmingham's iconic clock tower 'Old Joe' turned pink in the lead up to Breast Cancer Campaign's annual fundraiser 'wear it pink' day.Thu, 23 Oct 2014 09:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/old-joe-pink-for-bcc-23-10-14.aspxJapan's Shinzo Abe will struggle to recover from ministerial scandalhttp://theconversation.com/japans-shinzo-abe-will-struggle-to-recover-from-ministerial-scandal-33272
Written by Dr Julie Gilson. In a country that has had nine leaders since 2000, Japan's prime minister Shinzo Abe appeared to have found the recipe for longevity. But the resignation of two ministers from his government has left him in serious trouble.Wed, 22 Oct 2014 15:31:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/japans-shinzo-abe-will-struggle-to-recover-from-ministerial-scandal-33272POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalDr Julie GilsonRoyal Official Opening of World Class Burns Research Centrehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/burns-centre.aspx
The Countess of Wessex officially opened the Healing Foundation Centre for Burns Research based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham on Tuesday 21st October.Wed, 22 Oct 2014 15:10:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/burns-centre.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesUniversity of Birmingham leads Europe with pioneering approach to online learninghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/wiley-online-learning-20-10-14.aspx
The University of Birmingham will announce today that it has become the first European institution to partner with the US publishing giant Wiley, marking a step-change in the provision of distance and online learning in the UK.Tue, 21 Oct 2014 09:31:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/wiley-online-learning-20-10-14.aspxWileydistance learningOnline Learningmastersmasters in public administrationMasters in Business AdministrationDavid EastwoodUniversity of Birminghamx9mdsx9dentUkraine steels itself for winter as Novorossiya forges aheadhttp://theconversation.com/ukraine-steels-itself-for-winter-as-novorossiya-forges-ahead-33151
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff and Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University). The EU-Asia Summit in Milan, Italy, delivered little, if any, tangible progress to resolve the crisis in Ukraine. Relations between Russia and Ukraine's major European allies remain just a few degrees above a new Cold War-style ice age. And with only a preliminary gas deal achieved between Kiev and Moscow this may be quite literally true for Ukrainians as winter approaches.Mon, 20 Oct 2014 10:24:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/ukraine-steels-itself-for-winter-as-novorossiya-forges-ahead-33151POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesDivide and Conquer: novel trick helps rare pathogen infect healthy peoplehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/divide-and-conquer-17-10-14.aspx
New research into a rare pathogen has shown how a unique evolutionary trait allows it to infect even the healthiest of hosts through a smart solution to the body's immune response against it.Fri, 17 Oct 2014 10:03:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/divide-and-conquer-17-10-14.aspxpathogenic bacteriaImmunity & Infectionrobin mayvirusReactive Oxygen SpeciesUniversity of BirminghampathogenStaff and students countdown to the new Birmingham Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry at Pebble Millhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/Staff-and-students-countdown-to-the-new-Birmingham-Dental-Hospital-and-School-of-Dentistry-at-Pebble-Mill.aspx
Clinical staff and students from the Birmingham Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry have visited the construction site of the new facility to have a 'sneak preview' of the build with a year to go until students begin their studies and clinicians start treating patients at this landmark building.Fri, 17 Oct 2014 09:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/Staff-and-students-countdown-to-the-new-Birmingham-Dental-Hospital-and-School-of-Dentistry-at-Pebble-Mill.aspxDentistrydental hospitalnew dental schoolconstructionnew buildingcampus developmentsEstatesbuilding 1416x9mdsx9dentPoor quality data is informing the future of our patient care, warns studyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/Poor-quality-data-informing-the-future-of-our-patient-care-16-10-14.aspx
An investigation into how patient outcomes are assessed in clinical trials has revealed a worrying lack of consistency, raising concerns about funding being wasted on the acquisition of poor quality data.Fri, 17 Oct 2014 09:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/Poor-quality-data-informing-the-future-of-our-patient-care-16-10-14.aspxclinical trial researchMelanie CalvertPrimary carePLoS ONEdataPatient Reported Outcomesx9mdsx9mdsresearchStaff and students countdown to the new Birmingham Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry at Pebble Millhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/birmingham-dental-hospital-and-school-of-dentistry-at-pebble-mill.aspx
Clinical staff and students from the Birmingham Dental Hospital and School of Dentistry have visited the construction site of the new facility to have a 'sneak preview' of the build with a year to go until students begin their studies and clinicians start treating patients at this landmark building.Thu, 16 Oct 2014 17:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/birmingham-dental-hospital-and-school-of-dentistry-at-pebble-mill.aspxDentistryconstructioncampus developmentsEstatesUniversity of BirminghamBirmingham Dental HospitalDental Schoolbuilding1416Patient-reported outcomes: the heart of healthcare research?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/10/patient-reported-outcomes-16-10-14.aspx
The moment a patient is recruited to participate in a clinical trial, we start to collect data. Much of this data derives from the information that only patients can give, that we cannot acquire through any test or scan. Are they experiencing pain? What are the side effects? These important insights are captured in a trial using PROs (patient-reported outcomes).Thu, 16 Oct 2014 15:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/10/patient-reported-outcomes-16-10-14.aspxPatient-reported outcomes: the heart of healthcare research?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/10/patient-reported-outcomes-16-10-14.aspx
The moment a patient is recruited to participate in a clinical trial, we start to collect data. Much of this data derives from the information that only patients can give, that we cannot acquire through any test or scan. Are they experiencing pain? What are the side effects? These important insights are captured in a trial using PROs (patient-reported outcomes).Thu, 16 Oct 2014 15:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/10/patient-reported-outcomes-16-10-14.aspxPoor quality data is informing the future of our patient care, warns studyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/Poor-quality-data-informing-the-future-of-our-patient-care-16-10-14.aspx
An investigation into how patient outcomes are assessed in clinical trials has revealed a worrying lack of consistency, raising concerns about funding being wasted on the acquisition of poor quality data.Thu, 16 Oct 2014 15:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/Poor-quality-data-informing-the-future-of-our-patient-care-16-10-14.aspxclinical trial researchMelanie CalvertPrimary carePLoS ONEdataPatient Reported OutcomesUniversity of Birmingham jumps nine places in world research rankingshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/ntu-ranking.aspx
The University of Birmingham has risen an impressive nine points in the latest world research rankings, placing it in 112th place among the top 500 global research universities. The Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers for World Universities 2014, also known as the NTU Ranking, ranked Birmingham ninth overall in the UK.Thu, 16 Oct 2014 13:52:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/ntu-ranking.aspxx9mdsx9mdsresearchAbingdon Health Ltd acquires University of Birmingham Spinout, Serascience Ltdhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/Serascience-acquisition.aspx
Abingdon Health, a specialist rapid diagnostic technology company, recently announced its acquisition of Serascience Limited and the completion of group fund-raising of £2.1m from current shareholders.Thu, 16 Oct 2014 10:19:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/Serascience-acquisition.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesUniversity of Birmingham jumps nine places in world research rankingshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/ntu-ranking.aspx
The University of Birmingham has risen an impressive nine points in the latest world research rankings, placing it in 112th place among the top 500 global research universities. The Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers for World Universities 2014, also known as the NTU Ranking, ranked Birmingham ninth overall in the UK.Tue, 14 Oct 2014 17:12:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/ntu-ranking.aspxrankingworldntuUniversity of BirminghamuniversityresearchPerformancescientific papersnational taiwan universityVolunteers needed for a clinical trial to advance research into blood cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/volunteers-needed-for-a-clinical-trial-to-advance-research-into-blood-cancer.aspx
Tue, 14 Oct 2014 13:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/volunteers-needed-for-a-clinical-trial-to-advance-research-into-blood-cancer.aspxx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9cancerBirmingham puts LGBTQ identities at the heart of its curriculumhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/lgbtq-curriculum.aspx
The University of Birmingham is taking steps to ensure that its curriculum is inclusive towards those with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer (LGBTQ) identities.Tue, 14 Oct 2014 11:36:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/lgbtq-curriculum.aspxlesbianGaybisexualtransgenderLGBTQUniversity of BirminghamBirminghamqueer'Taking Nonhuman Perspectives Seriously: The Importance of Non-Anthropocentrism for Nonhuman Animals'http://mindinganimalsconf3.in/
In January 2015, PhD student Andrew Woodhall will present his paper at the Minding Animals conference in New Delhi, India.Fri, 10 Oct 2014 11:07:00 GMThttp://mindinganimalsconf3.in/x9artsandlawx9calgsx9philosophyx9ptrAppointment of leading academic to boost quality of patient care in the Midlandshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/Appointment-of-leading-academic-01-10-14.aspx
Patients in Birmingham will benefit from the appointment of a new Florence Nightingale Foundation Chair in Clinical Nursing and Midwifery Practice Research, who will follow the celebrated social reformer's role in reviewing and developing evidence to deliver the highest quality care to patients.Wed, 08 Oct 2014 14:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/10/Appointment-of-leading-academic-01-10-14.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesChina-India border tension risks escalating into more intense conflicthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/china-india.aspx
Written by Dr Tsering Topgyal. "Earlier this month the Chinese president, Xi Jinping, concluded a three-day trip to India. As he set off to meet Narendra Modi, Xi wrote in The Hindu that China and India "need to become co-operation partners."Wed, 08 Oct 2014 10:43:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/china-india.aspxPOLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiessecurityresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyinternationalbirmingham perspectiveDr Tsering TopgyalGreat alumni join Great Birmingham Runhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2014/Great-alumni-join-Great-Birmingham-Run.aspx
Wed, 08 Oct 2014 10:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2014/Great-alumni-join-Great-Birmingham-Run.aspxPublication of papers from the Eighth Birmingham Colloquiumhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2014/book-tands11-2014.aspx
The latest Birmingham Colloquium volume has been published!Fri, 03 Oct 2014 11:38:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2014/book-tands11-2014.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeTextual Criticism of the New TestamentArts humanitiesCOMPAUL Projectcolloquiumproceedings£13 million award backs world-class research supporting Midlands bioeconomyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/13-million-award-backs-bioeconomy-03-10-14.aspx
Three of the Midlands' leading universities have been awarded £13 Million for a "Doctoral Training Partnership" to provide research training to support the Midlands bioeconomy.Fri, 03 Oct 2014 10:03:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/13-million-award-backs-bioeconomy-03-10-14.aspxBBSRCbioscienceMicrobiology and Infection at Birminghambiotechnology323epsscience technologynewschemengMPharm project shortlisted for a national e-learning awardhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/STEM/news/MPharm-project-shortlisted.aspx
News item. The virtual chemistry for pharmacy (MPharm) project has been shortlisted in the National E-Learning Awards 2014.Thu, 02 Oct 2014 10:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/STEM/news/MPharm-project-shortlisted.aspxUniverisity of BirminghamSTEM Education CentreMPharmawardChemistryPharmacye-learningresearchshortlistedteachingstemnewsRail safety in China is on the right track with new degree courseshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/Rail-Risk-and-Safety-Management.aspx
The critical activities of managing safety and risk across China's vast and complex railway network is being aided by a new programme launched at the University of Birmingham, UK. The course in Railway Risk and Safety Management has been jointly developed by the Birmingham Centre for Railway Research and Education (BCRRE) University of Birmingham and the High Integrity Systems Engineering (HISE) Group, University of York, UK. The first intake of graduate diploma students will enrol at Zhejiang University in Hangzhou, China later this month.Wed, 01 Oct 2014 12:24:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/Rail-Risk-and-Safety-Management.aspxrailwayrailrisksafetymanagementBirminghamcentreresearcheducationbcrrezhejianghangzhouchinaUniversity of Birminghamuniversity323epsnewscivnewseesescience technologyrailwaynewsAppointment of leading academic to boost quality of patient care in the Midlandshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/Appointment-of-leading-academic-01-10-14.aspx
Patients in Birmingham will benefit from the appointment of a new Florence Nightingale Foundation Chair in Clinical Nursing and Midwifery Practice Research, who will follow the celebrated social reformer's role in reviewing and developing evidence to deliver the highest quality care to patients.Wed, 01 Oct 2014 11:10:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/10/Appointment-of-leading-academic-01-10-14.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesStubbing out smoking can light up your mental healthhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/02/Stubbing-out-smoking-can-light-up-your-mental-health.aspx
Stopping smoking is associated with a significant improvement in mental health, equal to or larger than the effect from a course of anti-depressants, researchers at the University of Birmingham and Oxford have found.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/02/Stubbing-out-smoking-can-light-up-your-mental-health.aspxGemma TaylorSmokingsmoking cessationmental healthx9hapsx9mdsx9mdsresearchThe war on leukaemia: how the battle for cell production could be decisivehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/09/The-war-on-leukaemia-19-09-14.aspx
A key step in understanding the nature of the fight for superiority between mutated genes and normal genes could lead to new therapies to combat leukaemia, say researchers from the University of Birmingham and Newcastle University.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/09/The-war-on-leukaemia-19-09-14.aspxConstanze BoniferLeukemialeukaemiaLeukaemia and Lymphoma ResearchMRCcrukstem cellGene regulationSchool of Cancer Sciencesx9mdsx9cancerx9mdsresearchx9mdscancerCommercial schemes are key to weight loss success, study findshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/Commercial-schemes-are-key-to-weight-loss-success,-study-finds.aspx
Public health authorities should consider commissioning a range of commercial weight loss programmes to help in the fight against obesity, University of Birmingham researchers have found.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/Commercial-schemes-are-key-to-weight-loss-success,-study-finds.aspxHealth Sciencesx9mdsx9hapsweight lossWeight Watchersobesityclaire madiganx9mdsresearchBirmingham researchers pioneer revolutionary treatment to reduce disabilities in neonatal twinshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/Birmingham-researchers-pioneer-revolutionary-treatment-to-reduce-disabilities-in-neonatal-twins.aspx
The number of children suffering severe disabilities after treatment for a deadly condition affecting just over 10% of all identical twin pregnancies could be dramatically reduced after University of Birmingham researchers pioneered a new treatment, in collaboration with other experts in Europe, resulting in better outcomes for babies affected.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/Birmingham-researchers-pioneer-revolutionary-treatment-to-reduce-disabilities-in-neonatal-twins.aspxmark kilbytwin to twin transfusion syndromepregnanciessolomonx9mdsresearchWomen still not given a sporting chance to appear in back page headlineshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/Women-still-not-given-a-sporting-chance-to-appear-in-back-page-headlines.aspx
The amount of column inches devoted to women's sport in British national papers has actually decreased from the level it was at prior to the 2012 Olympic Games, University of Birmingham researchers have established.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/Women-still-not-given-a-sporting-chance-to-appear-in-back-page-headlines.aspxClaire Packerolympicswomen in sportmediapressx9mdsx9hapsx9mdsresearchPioneering stem cell therapies to be trialled in Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/Pioneering-stem-cell-therapies-to-be-trialled-in-Birmingham.aspx
University of Birmingham researchers are to lead a worldwide collaboration of scientists looking at the possibility of transplanting stem cells from one person to another to reduce inflammation in the liver.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/Pioneering-stem-cell-therapies-to-be-trialled-in-Birmingham.aspxStem CellsPhilip NewsomeGideon HirschfieldLiverPrimary Sclerosing Cholangitisx9mdsx9immunityHealth Sciencesx9mdsresearchMiscarriage risk increases for women who respond poorly to IVF ovarian stimulationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/Miscarriage-risk-increases-for-women-who-respond-poorly-to-IVF-ovarian-stimulation.aspx
Women who respond to IVF treatment with low numbers of eggs are at increased risk of miscarriage, a study co-authored by University of Birmingham researchers has found.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/Miscarriage-risk-increases-for-women-who-respond-poorly-to-IVF-ovarian-stimulation.aspxArri Coomarasamyovarian responseIVFMiscarriagePregnancyx9mdsx9cemx9mdsresearchChief Medical Officer to speak on antibiotic resistancehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/Chief-Medical-Officer-to-speak-on-antibiotic-resistance.aspx
The Chief Medical Officer for England, Professor Dame Sally Davies, is to outline the current national and international picture on antibiotic resistance in a speech at the University of Birmingham.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/Chief-Medical-Officer-to-speak-on-antibiotic-resistance.aspxLaura Piddockchief medical officerSally Daviesantibiotic resistancex9mdsresearchNew test to deduce diabetes risk in polycystic ovary syndrome sufferershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/New-test-to-deduce-diabetes-risk-in-polycystic-ovary-syndrome-sufferers.aspx
Scientists at the University of Birmingham have uncovered a new method to identify and test women with polycystic ovary syndrome who are at high risk of going onto develop diabetes.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/New-test-to-deduce-diabetes-risk-in-polycystic-ovary-syndrome-sufferers.aspxmichael o'reillyWiebke Arltjeremy tomlinsonPolycystic Ovarian SyndromePolycystic ovary syndromediabetesx9mdsx9cemx9mdsresearchUniversity of Birmingham launches trial to fight cancer caused by a common virushttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/University-of-Birmingham-launches-trial-to-fight-cancer-caused-by-a-common-virus.aspx
The trial of a vaccine which can treat some forms of cancer caused by a common herpes virus known as the Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) has been launched by Cancer Research UK's Drug Development Office (DDO) at the University of Birmingham.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/03/University-of-Birmingham-launches-trial-to-fight-cancer-caused-by-a-common-virus.aspxGraham Taylorneil stevenEpstein Barr VirusEBVcancervaccineCancer Research UKx9mdsx9cancerx9mdsresearchFamily cooking lessons and fun exercise could be the key to cutting childhood obesityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/04/family-cooking-lessons-and-fun-exercise-could-be-the-key-to-cutting-childhood-obesity.aspx
Organising cooking lessons for parents and children and planning extra exercise classes in school time are some of the activities that have shown promise in preventing obesity in primary school aged children, a University of Birmingham study published today has shown.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/04/family-cooking-lessons-and-fun-exercise-could-be-the-key-to-cutting-childhood-obesity.aspxcookingexercisePeymane Adabmiranda pallenchildhood obesityUniversity of Birminghamstudyx9mdsx9mdsresearchStudy identifies new, effective way to diagnose latent TBhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/05/15-May-14-Study-identifies-new,-effective-way-to-diagnose-latent-TB-.aspx
A study co-authored by the University of Birmingham has identified the most effective way to test people with latent tuberculosis (TB), a potentially fatal infection that has increased in the UK in recent years.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/05/15-May-14-Study-identifies-new,-effective-way-to-diagnose-latent-TB-.aspxx9mdsx9immunityUniversity of BirminghamTBtuberculosisSchool of Immunity and InfectionProfessor Adam CunninghamHealth sciencex9mdsresearchSide-effects of anti-inflammatory steroids could be prevented, Birmingham research findshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/06/side-effects-of-anti-inflammatory-steroids-could-be-prevented.aspx
Problem side effects including high blood pressure, obesity, muscle wasting, osteoporosis and skin thinning in arthritis and asthma sufferers who take a certain kind of steroid could be prevented by deleting a key gene, researchers at the University of Birmingham have discovered.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/06/side-effects-of-anti-inflammatory-steroids-could-be-prevented.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesPublic choose antibiotics as the winning theme for £10m prizehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/06/antibiotic-resistance-wins-10m-prize-30-06-14.aspx
Antibiotic resistance has been selected by the public as the focus for a £10m prize set up to tackle a major challenge of our time.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/06/antibiotic-resistance-wins-10m-prize-30-06-14.aspxantibiotic resistanceantibiotic actionLaura Piddockx9mdsx9immunityLongitude Prizex9mdsresearchLess than 1% of UK public research funding spent on antibiotic research in past 5 yearshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/07/UK-public-research-funding-on-antibiotic-research-25-07-14.aspx
Less than 1% of research funding awarded by public and charitable bodies to UK researchers in 2008–13 was awarded for research on antibiotics, according to new research published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 17:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/07/UK-public-research-funding-on-antibiotic-research-25-07-14.aspxLaura Piddockantibiotic resistanceantibioticsLancetresearch fundingx9mdsx9immunityx9mdsresearchFuture of electro engineering student group shaped at Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/IEEE-student-branch.aspx
Representatives of more than 15 student branches of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) have gathered at the University of Birmingham to plan the future of the prestigious association in the UK and Ireland. The student arm of the IEEE is the largest student body in the field of electro and information technologies, with nearly 2,000 branches in 80 countries.Wed, 24 Sep 2014 10:43:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/IEEE-student-branch.aspxBirminghaminstituteElectricalElectronicsengineerengineersieeestudentstudentsbranchUKIrelandUniversity of Birminghamuniversity323epsnewseesescience technologyCentre Publications - Issue 1http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Centre-Publications---Issue-1.aspx
The Centre has produced it's first edition of publications which can now be viewed here!Tue, 23 Sep 2014 16:22:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Centre-Publications---Issue-1.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesImpressive performance for Birmingham in new Times league tablehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/Times-league-table-2015.aspx
As thousands of new students arrive to take the next step in their education, the University of Birmingham has climbed up the national rankings. The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2015 has placed Birmingham 15th overall, up from 16th last year. The University of Birmingham is now ranked ninth within the Russell Group of leading research intensive universities, ahead of Nottingham and Manchester.Tue, 23 Sep 2014 15:19:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/Times-league-table-2015.aspxBDEF Young Communicator Awards 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/09/BDEF-Young-Communicator-Awards-2014.aspx
﻿The British Dental Editors' Forum Annual Young Communicator of the Year Awards were presented at a reception at BDA Headquarters London on September 16th 2014 last.Tue, 23 Sep 2014 12:13:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/09/BDEF-Young-Communicator-Awards-2014.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesThe Bluebelle Study: Undressing wound infectionshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/09/The-Bluebelle-Study-Undressing-wound-infections.aspx
Wound infections are a common complication of surgical procedures, and contribute major costs for the NHS as well as pain, discomfort and inconvenience for patients. A new study will examine whether a main trial comparing wound dressings with no dressings is possible and whether dressings are effective in reducing infection and helping surgical wounds to heal.Mon, 22 Sep 2014 10:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/09/The-Bluebelle-Study-Undressing-wound-infections.aspxx9mdsThe war on leukaemia: how the battle for cell production could be decisivehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/The-war-on-leukaemia-19-09-14.aspx
A key step in understanding the nature of the fight for superiority between mutated genes and normal genes could lead to new therapies to combat leukaemia, say researchers from the University of Birmingham and Newcastle University.Fri, 19 Sep 2014 09:17:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/The-war-on-leukaemia-19-09-14.aspxConstanze BoniferLeukemialeukaemiaLeukaemia and Lymphoma ResearchMRCcrukstem cellGene regulationSchool of Cancer Sciencesx9mdsx9cancerMore needed to protect our sportspeople from brain injury say Birmingham expertshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/sportspeople-brain-injury.aspx
Two University of Birmingham academics are calling for more research to be carried out looking at how the brains of sportspeople – including children – react when they receive a blow to the head.Thu, 11 Sep 2014 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/sportspeople-brain-injury.aspxUniversity of Birminghamsportsbrain injuryconcussionDr Michael GreyAntonio BelliSchool of Clinical and Experimental Medicinebsf14New digital map reveals stunning hidden archaeology of Stonehengehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/new-map-reveals-hidden-archaeology-of-stonehenge-10-09-14.aspx
A host of previously unknown archaeological monuments have been discovered around Stonehenge as part of an unprecedented digital mapping project that will transform our knowledge of this iconic landscape – including remarkable new findings on the world's largest 'super henge', Durrington Walls.Wed, 10 Sep 2014 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/new-map-reveals-hidden-archaeology-of-stonehenge-10-09-14.aspxstonehengeDurrington Wallsdigital mappingarchaeologyStonehenge Hidden Landscapes ProjectProfessor Vince GaffneyDr Henry Chapmanbsf14Birmingham ranked as a must-see university for US visitorshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/us-tourists.aspx
The University of Birmingham has been named one of the top 40 Universities Abroad Worth Traveling For by a US travel website. The 2014 list, compiled by FlipKey, which is part of the TripAdvisor Media Group, recognises must-see universities with some of the best attractions, architecture, history, and beautiful campuses in the world.Tue, 09 Sep 2014 14:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/us-tourists.aspxInternationalHow age alters our immune response to bereavementhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/age-alters-our-immune-response-09-09-14.aspx
Young people have a more robust immune response to the loss of a loved one, according to new research from the University of Birmingham, providing insight into how different generations cope with loss.Tue, 09 Sep 2014 11:14:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/age-alters-our-immune-response-09-09-14.aspxageingcortisolDHEASNeutrophilsAnna PhillipsJanet Lordbereavementimmune systemUniversity of BirminghamBritish Science Festivalx9mdsx9mdsresearchx9immunitybsf14Food for thought: scientists use social media to expose global eating habitshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/social-media-and-eating-habits.aspx
People in the UK eat their main meal at dinner time, Brazilians eat theirs at lunchtime, and the population of the US tends to eat more throughout the day, according to research by computer scientists at the University of Birmingham in the first study of its kind into eating and drinking habits using social media data.Tue, 09 Sep 2014 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/social-media-and-eating-habits.aspxfoodfoursquareresearchBrazilFranceUniversity of BirminghamSchool of Computer Sciencesocial mediaeating habitsbsf14323epsPlant diversity in China vital for global food securityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/china-cwr.aspx
With climate change threatening global food supplies, new research claims the rich flora of China could be crucial to underpin food security in the future.Mon, 08 Sep 2014 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/china-cwr.aspxplantscropsresearchchinaUniversity of Birminghamfood securitycrop wild relativesThe future of our crops is at risk in conflict zones, say Birmingham scientistshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/conflict-zones-cwr.aspx
Wild species related to our crops which are crucial as potential future food resources have been identified by University of Birmingham scientists, however, a significant proportion are found in conflict zones in the Middle East, where their conservation is increasingly comprised.Mon, 08 Sep 2014 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/conflict-zones-cwr.aspxcropsfoodUniversity of Birminghamcrop wild relativesMiddle EastDr Nigel Maxtedconflictbsf14The modern Prometheushttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/09/the-modern-prometheus-04-09-14.aspx
Let me suggest an image to you: the image of the 'mad scientist'.Thu, 04 Sep 2014 14:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/09/the-modern-prometheus-04-09-14.aspxThe modern Prometheushttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/09/the-modern-prometheus-04-09-14.aspx
Let me suggest an image to you: the image of the 'mad scientist'.Thu, 04 Sep 2014 14:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/09/the-modern-prometheus-04-09-14.aspxWhizz, Bang, Roar - come and design a dinosaur!http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/come-and-design-a-dinosaur-01-09-14.aspx
The University of Birmingham is counting down the days to the launch of the biggest celebration of science in the UK.Tue, 02 Sep 2014 10:43:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/come-and-design-a-dinosaur-01-09-14.aspxBritish Science FestivalCommunity DayUniversity of BirminghamUniversity opens its doors for rocket-fuelled Community Day!http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/university-community-day-02-09-14.aspx
The University of Birmingham's Community Day returns this year with a scientific theme to celebrate the British Science Festival.Tue, 02 Sep 2014 10:42:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/09/university-community-day-02-09-14.aspxBritish Science FestivalCommunity DayUniversity of Birmingham323epsscience technologyITSEE at the British Patristics Conference 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2014/british-patristics-conference-2014.aspx
Members of ITSEE and other Birmingham theologians are giving papers are at the Fifth British Patristics Conference in London from 3-5 September 2014.Mon, 01 Sep 2014 11:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2014/british-patristics-conference-2014.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeTextual Criticism of the New TestamentArts humanitiesCOMPAUL Projecthugh houghtonITSEEpatristicsCreating Change, Expanding Opportunity - IDD Annual Report 2013-14http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/Documents/college-social-sciences/government-society/idd/annual-report/2013-14.pdf
Welcome to a special anniversary Annual Report. Browse an overview of IDD's recent research, teaching, consultancy and publications.Thu, 21 Aug 2014 15:14:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/Documents/college-social-sciences/government-society/idd/annual-report/2013-14.pdfIDD annual Reportiddinternational development departmentgovsocalumninewsstudentnewsresearchnewsPolitics societyAnnual ReportFat is a classroom issue: give primary schools the tools to combat childhood obesityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/08/tools-to-combat-childhood-obesity-21-08-14.aspx
Thu, 21 Aug 2014 13:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/08/tools-to-combat-childhood-obesity-21-08-14.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesFat is a classroom issue: give primary schools the tools to combat childhood obesityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/08/tools-to-combat-childhood-obesity-21-08-14.aspx
Thu, 21 Aug 2014 13:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/08/tools-to-combat-childhood-obesity-21-08-14.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesPop in to our Pop-up Shop!http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/08/pop-up-shop-20-08-14.aspx
The University of Birmingham will be encouraging people of all ages to think differently about research when they visit its first Pop-Up Shop in the heart of the city which opens Monday August 25.Wed, 20 Aug 2014 16:21:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/08/pop-up-shop-20-08-14.aspxBritish Science FestivalBirmingham Year of Sciencechris allenUniversity of BirminghamPop-up shopx9mdsx9mdsresearchbsf14The University of Birmingham celebrates its best ever performance in the National Student Surveyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/august/12-aug-nss.aspx
The National Student Survey (NSS) has awarded the University of Birmingham an overall satisfaction mark of 89%, up from 88% for the past two years and a rise of five places among Russell Group institutions.Tue, 19 Aug 2014 17:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/august/12-aug-nss.aspxUniversity of Birminghamnssrussell groupsatisfactionInside Donetsk, a city at war, while the jaw-jaw over Ukraine continueshttp://theconversation.com/inside-donetsk-a-city-at-war-while-the-jaw-jaw-over-ukraine-continues-30486
Written by Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University) and Professor Stefan Wolff. The past few days have seen another round of the seemingly endless cycle of escalation and de-escalation that has characterised the crisis in Ukraine for several months.Tue, 19 Aug 2014 11:00:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/inside-donetsk-a-city-at-war-while-the-jaw-jaw-over-ukraine-continues-30486POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesBirmingham excels in world rankingshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/08/birmingham-excels-in-world-rankings.aspx
The University of Birmingham has been ranked in the top 100 universities worldwide for Clinical Medicine and Pharmacy, Life and Agriculture Sciences, and Physics. The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), also known as the Shanghai Ranking, has placed Birmingham overall within the top 150 universities globally.Tue, 19 Aug 2014 10:38:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/08/birmingham-excels-in-world-rankings.aspxrankingPharmacyUniversity of BirminghamAcademic Ranking of World UniversitiesShanghai RankingARWULife and Agriculture Sciencesclinical medicinex9mdsSino-Indian Relations in the 21st Century: Economic and Security Implications and Responseshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2014/08/sino-indian-relations-21st-century.aspx
This conference hosted by the University of Birmingham took place on Thursday 10 July 2014. The conference brought together leading scholars from China, India and the UK to address the following questions: what are the key drivers of Sino-Indian relations, particularly their economic and security relations? What are the cooperative and competitive elements in their economic and security strategies towards their Asian neighbours and beyond? What kind of regional and extra-regional responses are provoked by the increasing capabilities and expanding ambitions and activities of these rising powers?Mon, 18 Aug 2014 16:18:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2014/08/sino-indian-relations-21st-century.aspxvideoPOLSISDepartment of Political Science and International Studiesresearchnewsstudentnewsvideos and podcastsgovsocPolitics societyconferencegovsoc-conferencePop-up science: University of Birmingham takes world-leading research to the people in run up to national festivalhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/08/pop-up-science-07-08-14.aspx
Mon, 18 Aug 2014 14:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/08/pop-up-science-07-08-14.aspxx9mdsUniversity of Birmingham engagement with Brazil wins Outstanding International Strategy awardhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/06/University-of-Birmingham-engagement-with-Brazil-wins-Outstanding-International-Strategy-award.aspx
The University of Birmingham has won the Outstanding International Strategy Award in the 2014 Times Higher Education Leadership and Management Awards (THELMAs). The award honours Birmingham's bold approach to secure its position in Brazil as the UK higher education institute (HEI) partner of choice.Mon, 18 Aug 2014 14:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/06/University-of-Birmingham-engagement-with-Brazil-wins-Outstanding-International-Strategy-award.aspxawardTHELMAsUniversity of BirminghamTimes Higher EducationBrazilOutstanding International Strategy Awardx9mdsCell transplantation could provide new therapies for sepsishttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/08/14-Aug-14-Cell-transplantation-could-provide-new-therapies-for-sepsis.aspx
Researchers believe that their breakthrough in cell transplantation could pave the way for new therapies to combat sepsis, the cause of 7.3 million deaths worldwide each year.Thu, 14 Aug 2014 08:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/08/14-Aug-14-Cell-transplantation-could-provide-new-therapies-for-sepsis.aspxsepsisvaccinesinfectionanne fletcherclinical trial researchx9mdsx9immunityx9mdsresearchSepsis: this public health emergency is now too big to ignorehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/08/Sepsis-this-public-health-emergency-is-now-too-big-to-ignore.aspx
Thu, 14 Aug 2014 07:11:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/08/Sepsis-this-public-health-emergency-is-now-too-big-to-ignore.aspxSepsis: this public health emergency is now too big to ignorehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/08/Sepsis-this-public-health-emergency-is-now-too-big-to-ignore.aspx
Thu, 14 Aug 2014 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/08/Sepsis-this-public-health-emergency-is-now-too-big-to-ignore.aspx50 years since the last execution can the UK help end the death penalty worldwide?http://theconversation.com/50-years-since-the-last-execution-can-the-uk-help-end-the-death-penalty-worldwide-30430
Birmingham Law School's Dr Bharat Malkani writes for the ConversationWed, 13 Aug 2014 10:52:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/50-years-since-the-last-execution-can-the-uk-help-end-the-death-penalty-worldwide-30430z-law-newsx9artsandlawz-publiclaw-newsFive minute saliva test to identify smokers rolled out to health schemeshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2014/Five-minute-saliva-test-to-identify-smokers-rolled-out-to-health-schemes.aspx
Smokers who need extra incentives to quit the cigarettes this new year should take note that even private health insurance premiums may be reduced if they can prove they have stopped for good – and with the aid of a pioneering test from the University of Birmingham, the proof can be easy to acquire.Tue, 12 Aug 2014 15:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2014/Five-minute-saliva-test-to-identify-smokers-rolled-out-to-health-schemes.aspxgraham copesmokescreencigarettesSmokingsmoking cessationx9mdsx9mdsresearchThe University of Birmingham celebrates its best ever performance in the National Student Surveyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/08/12-aug-nss.aspx
The National Student Survey (NSS) has awarded the University of Birmingham an overall satisfaction mark of 89%, up from 88% for the past two years and a rise of five places among Russell Group institutions.Tue, 12 Aug 2014 08:46:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/08/12-aug-nss.aspxUniversity of Birminghamnssrussell groupsatisfactionx9artsandlawx9edacsx9englishx9englishliteraturex9englishlanguagex9dramax9acsx9ptrx9philosophyx9theologyandreligionx9theologyx9historyx9x9historyculturesx9dasax9wars9warstudiesx9cahax9lcahmx9languagesx9frenchx9germanx9italianx9hispanicx9musicx9historyofartThe University of Birmingham celebrates its best ever performance in the National Student Surveyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2014/08/12-aug-nss.aspx
The National Student Survey (NSS) has awarded the University of Birmingham an overall satisfaction mark of 89%, up from 88% for the past two years and a rise of five places among Russell Group institutions.Tue, 12 Aug 2014 08:46:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2014/08/12-aug-nss.aspxUniversity of Birminghamnssrussell groupsatisfactionThe University of Birmingham celebrates its best ever performance in the National Student Surveyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/social-policy/news/2014/08/12-aug-nss.aspx
The National Student Survey (NSS) has awarded the University of Birmingham an overall satisfaction mark of 89%, up from 88% for the past two years and a rise of five places among Russell Group institutions.Tue, 12 Aug 2014 08:46:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/social-policy/news/2014/08/12-aug-nss.aspxUniversity of Birminghamnssrussell groupsatisfactionAbbeyfield Foundation Granthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Abbeyfield-Foundation-Grant.aspx
A £20,000 pump priming grant has been awarded to Dr Phil Atherton and Dr Leigh Breen.Mon, 11 Aug 2014 16:33:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Abbeyfield-Foundation-Grant.aspxBreakthrough could give new hope to sufferers of Cystic Fibrosishttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/08/11-Aug-14-Breakthrough-could-give-new-hope-to-sufferers-of-Cystic-Fibrosis.aspx
Research highlighting the way in which lung-damaging bacteria use the body's own immune response to worsen the effect has brought new hope to sufferers of Cystic FibrosisMon, 11 Aug 2014 14:26:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/08/11-Aug-14-Breakthrough-could-give-new-hope-to-sufferers-of-Cystic-Fibrosis.aspxcystic fibrosislungbacteriainfectionIan Hendersonvaccine developmentx9mdsx9immunityx9mdsresearchx9mdsmicrobiologyAviation Comes of Agehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/history/news/2014/peter-mooc.aspx
Dr Peter Gray was featured in an article in the Time Higher Education Supplement about the new MOOC course on the First Word War.Thu, 07 Aug 2014 15:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/history/news/2014/peter-mooc.aspxx9warstudiesx9artsandlawx9historyculturesx9historyx9Arts humanitiesSelf-styled people's governor of Donetsk tells us: these areas have always been Russianhttp://theconversation.com/self-styled-peoples-governor-of-donetsk-tells-us-these-areas-have-always-been-russian-29708
Written by Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University) and Professor Stefan Wolff. There are two competing and irreconcilable narratives about the crisis in eastern Ukraine that divide public opinion and media coverage in the region and the country – as much as they divide Russia and the West.Thu, 07 Aug 2014 13:24:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/self-styled-peoples-governor-of-donetsk-tells-us-these-areas-have-always-been-russian-29708POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesPop-up science: University of Birmingham takes world-leading research to the people in run up to national festivalhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/08/pop-up-science-07-08-14.aspx
Thu, 07 Aug 2014 13:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/08/pop-up-science-07-08-14.aspxPop-up science: University of Birmingham takes world-leading research to the people in run up to national festivalhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/08/pop-up-science-07-08-14.aspx
Thu, 07 Aug 2014 13:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/08/pop-up-science-07-08-14.aspxPatients to benefit as The BioHub attracts its first tenantshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/brand-new-biomedical-facility-in-birmingham-welcomes-new-tenants.aspx
A Hungarian start-up company has been announced as the first organisation to reserve space in The BioHub - a brand new biomedical facility under construction at Birmingham Research Park.Wed, 06 Aug 2014 11:42:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/brand-new-biomedical-facility-in-birmingham-welcomes-new-tenants.aspxBioHub Edgbaston Medical Quarter start-upBirmingham Research ParkUniversity of BirminghamStudents welcome first direct flight from China at Birmingham Airporthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/news/items/Birmingham-Airport-China.aspx
Students from the University of Birmingham have welcomed the first direct flight from China into Birmingham Airport.Wed, 30 Jul 2014 10:17:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/news/items/Birmingham-Airport-China.aspxstudentsairportchinaUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamMumbai scholar named Student of the Yearhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/news/items/Indian-Student-of-the-Year.aspx
The University of Birmingham has named Pranay Shah as Indian Student of the Year. Pranay received this prestigious award shortly after graduating with a Masters in Biochemistry from the institution.Tue, 29 Jul 2014 11:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/news/items/Indian-Student-of-the-Year.aspxindiaindianstudentyearawardBiochemistryUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamLack of trust and tit-for-tat escalation brings Ukraine to the brink of all-out war with Russiahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/ukraine-russia-conflict.aspx
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff and Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University). The renewed escalation of the Ukrainian crisis, following the shooting down of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17, shows no sign of abating. Fighting in the east has continued both in and around the rebel stronghold of Donetsk and at the Russian-Ukrainian border where, according to reports, Russia has now started shelling Ukrainian military positions.Tue, 29 Jul 2014 10:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/ukraine-russia-conflict.aspxPOLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian Studiesbirmingham perspectiveThe Conversation: Lack of trust and tit-for-tat escalation brings Ukraine to the brink of all-out war with Russiahttp://theconversation.com/lack-of-trust-and-tit-for-tat-escalation-brings-ukraine-to-the-brink-of-all-out-war-with-russia-29707
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff and Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University). The renewed escalation of the Ukrainian crisis, following the shooting down of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17, shows no sign of abating. Fighting in the east has continued both in and around the rebel stronghold of Donetsk and at the Russian-Ukrainian border where, according to reports, Russia has now started shelling Ukrainian military positions.Mon, 28 Jul 2014 10:23:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/lack-of-trust-and-tit-for-tat-escalation-brings-ukraine-to-the-brink-of-all-out-war-with-russia-29707POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesLess than 1% of UK public research funding spent on antibiotic research in past 5 yearshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/UK-public-research-funding-on-antibiotic-research-25-07-14.aspx
Less than 1% of research funding awarded by public and charitable bodies to UK researchers in 2008–13 was awarded for research on antibiotics, according to new research published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases.Fri, 25 Jul 2014 10:13:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/UK-public-research-funding-on-antibiotic-research-25-07-14.aspxLaura Piddockantibiotic resistanceantibioticsLancetresearch fundingx9mdsx9immunityA word in your ear, but make it snappyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/crocodile-ears.aspx
To most, crocodiles conjure images of sharp teeth, powerful jaws and ferocious, predatory displays – but they are certainly not famous for their hearing abilities. However, this could all change, as new research is shedding light on the reptiles' ears, showcasing their evolution from the reign of the dinosaurs to the era of Crocodile Dundee.Fri, 25 Jul 2014 09:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/crocodile-ears.aspxcrocodilecrocodilesearearsUniversity of Birminghamdr richard butlerDr Felipe MontefeltroThe Conversation: As Russia votes with Security Council, could MH17 be providing a wake-up call?http://theconversation.com/as-russia-votes-with-security-council-could-mh17-be-providing-a-wake-up-call-29522
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff. The unanimous vote in the UN Security Council on the shooting down of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 over rebel-controlled territory in eastern Ukraine is a welcome step. The resolution, drafted by Australia which lost 37 people in the tragedy, condemns the downing of the aircraft and calls for all states to co-operate with the investigation and demands that armed groups allow open access to the crash site.Wed, 23 Jul 2014 08:45:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/as-russia-votes-with-security-council-could-mh17-be-providing-a-wake-up-call-29522POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalCentre for Russian European and Eurasian StudiesUniversity Founders' Awards for Excellencehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/07/University-Founders-Awards-for-Excellence.aspx
Tue, 22 Jul 2014 13:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/07/University-Founders-Awards-for-Excellence.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesStudent wins Poster Prize at Universitas 21 Conferencehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/07/Student-wins-Poster-Prize-at-Universitas-21-Conference.aspx
Mon, 21 Jul 2014 14:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/07/Student-wins-Poster-Prize-at-Universitas-21-Conference.aspxx9mdsRecipient of Tullow Scholarship discusses her time studying at Birmingham Business Schoolhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/july/recipient-of-tullow-scholarship.aspx
Irene Onyango studied the MSc Environmental and Natural Resource Economics programme with help from the Tullow Scholarship scheme.Mon, 21 Jul 2014 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/july/recipient-of-tullow-scholarship.aspxLord Bilimoria installed as Chancellor of the University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/Lord-Bilimoria.aspx
The University of Birmingham is delighted to announce that Lord Bilimoria of Chelsea, CBE, DL, has been installed as the University's seventh Chancellor.Fri, 18 Jul 2014 03:55:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/Lord-Bilimoria.aspxChancellorcbeInstallationUniversity of BirminghamLord BilimoriaCobra BeerLord Bilimoria of ChelseaHead of India's Largest Business Chamber Receives Honorary Doctorate from University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/news/items/Dr-Alwyn-Didar-Singh.aspx
Former Indian civil servant and current Secretary General of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) Dr Alwyn Didar Singh has received an honorary doctorate from the University of Birmingham, UK. Dr Singh was named Doctor of the University (DUniv) on Wednesday 17 July in the University's historic Great Hall, in the presence of hundreds of graduands and their families.Thu, 17 Jul 2014 12:26:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/news/items/Dr-Alwyn-Didar-Singh.aspxdoctorDralwyndidarsinghsecretaryGeneralfederationindiaindianchamberchamberscommerceficciUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamSnooping on irregular migrants breaches their human rights – and puts us all at riskhttp://theconversation.com/snooping-on-irregular-migrants-breaches-their-human-rights-and-puts-us-all-at-risk-29173
Birmingham Law School's Dr Rosa Freedman writes for the ConversationWed, 16 Jul 2014 09:51:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/snooping-on-irregular-migrants-breaches-their-human-rights-and-puts-us-all-at-risk-29173z-law-newsx9artsandlawz-publiclaw-newsz-lawpublic-newsBrazilian Jurist Receives Honorary Doctorate from University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/news/items/Professor-Celso-Lafer.aspx
Former Brazilian government minister and senior diplomat Professor Celso Lafer has received an honorary doctorate from the University of Birmingham, UK. Professor Lafer has been named Doctor of Social Sciences (DSocSc) in the University's historic Great Hall, in the presence of hundreds of graduands and their families.Tue, 15 Jul 2014 11:55:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/news/items/Professor-Celso-Lafer.aspxprofessorcelsolaferhonorarydoctoratedegreegraduateBrazilUniversity of BirminghamuniversityBirminghamAntiepileptic drugs taken during pregnancy may increase risk of impaired development for childrenhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/antiepileptic-drugs-during-pregnancy-11-07-14.aspx
New research suggests that taking antiepileptic drugs during pregnancy increases the risk of the child having impaired brain development.Fri, 11 Jul 2014 09:31:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/antiepileptic-drugs-during-pregnancy-11-07-14.aspxPregnancyepilepsyBrain Developmentdrugamanda woodUniversity of BirminghamUniversity of Birmingham wins Outstanding International Strategyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/social-policy/departments/social-policy-social-work/news-and-events/2014/07/university-of-birmingham-wins-outstanding-international-strategy.aspx
Academics from the University of Birmingham and a Research Foundation in Rio de Janeiro working to facilitate academic cooperation in Brazil and the UK.Thu, 10 Jul 2014 11:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/social-policy/departments/social-policy-social-work/news-and-events/2014/07/university-of-birmingham-wins-outstanding-international-strategy.aspxLeadershipmanagementinternationalCelebrating honorary graduates 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/honorary-degrees-09-07-14.aspx
The University of Birmingham's new Chancellor and the founder of Cobra Beer, Lord Bilimoria; Chair of the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, Professor David Haslam; and the former Brazilian foreign minister, Professor Celso Lafer, are among the leading figures receiving honorary degrees from the University of Birmingham this month.Wed, 09 Jul 2014 09:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/honorary-degrees-09-07-14.aspxgraduation ceremoniesgraduationHonorary GraduandsLord Bilimoriax9mdsRelations between China and India take centre stage at Birmingham conferencehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/china-india-conference.aspx
A ground-breaking conference at the University of Birmingham will bring together scholars from China, India and the UK to address contemporary Sino-Indian relations. Focusing on economic and security implications, speakers will also discuss the implications of China and India's simultaneous rise on the West.Tue, 08 Jul 2014 16:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/china-india-conference.aspxchinaindiaasiaUniversity of BirminghamDr Tsering TopgyalSino-Indian relationsconferenceISIS and a new caliphatehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/isis-perspective.aspx
Professor David Thomas presents the latest Birmingham Perspective.Tue, 08 Jul 2014 15:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/isis-perspective.aspxArts humanitiesx9artsandlawx9ptrx9theologyandreligionx9islamicUniversity of Birmingham to facilitate academic cooperation with Rio de Janeirohttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/july/university-of-birmingham-to-facilitate-academic-cooperation-with-rio-de-janeiro.aspx
Academics from the University of Birmingham and a Research Foundation in Rio de Janeiro working to facilitate academic cooperation in Brazil and the UK.Mon, 07 Jul 2014 12:24:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/july/university-of-birmingham-to-facilitate-academic-cooperation-with-rio-de-janeiro.aspxProminent Chinese genomics institute announces world-leading research centre with the University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/Prominent-Chinese-genomics-institute-announces-world-leading-research-centre-with-the-University-of-Birmingham.aspx
BGI, the world's largest genome research institute, has signed a ground-breaking agreement with the University of Birmingham that will create the Joint Centre for Environmental Omics (JCEO) between the two institutions. The JCEO will seek to protect environment, health and global biodiversity by analysing the toxicity of compounds more efficiently than has been achieved before.Mon, 07 Jul 2014 11:11:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/Prominent-Chinese-genomics-institute-announces-world-leading-research-centre-with-the-University-of-Birmingham.aspxBGIchinagenomicsinstitutepartnershiptoxicityUniversity of BirminghamJoint Centre for Environmental OmicsUN Human Rights Council keeps up its bad form on LGBT rightshttp://theconversation.com/un-human-rights-council-keeps-up-its-bad-form-on-lgbt-rights-28676
Birmingham Law School's Dr Rosa Freedman writes for the Conversation (with Camilla Barker, University of Oxford)Fri, 04 Jul 2014 18:39:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/un-human-rights-council-keeps-up-its-bad-form-on-lgbt-rights-28676z-law-newsx9artsandlawz-publiclaw-newsz-lawpublic-newsA rigorous review of the role and impact of private schools in developing countrieshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2014/07/private-schools-developing-countries.aspx
A new review analyses recent evidence on the role and impact of private schools on education for children in developing countries, focusing on the delivery of education for the poor.Fri, 04 Jul 2014 14:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2014/07/private-schools-developing-countries.aspxiddinternational development departmentgovsocresearchnewsinternationalHoliday chaos as new terror plot sparks fears of extra checks at airportshttp://metro.co.uk/2014/07/03/holiday-chaos-as-new-terror-plot-sparks-fears-of-extra-checks-at-airports-4786319/
Dr Steve Hewitt was featured in an article in Metro discussing the additional monitoring happening at international airports in the wake of fresh terror scares.Fri, 04 Jul 2014 10:36:00 GMThttp://metro.co.uk/2014/07/03/holiday-chaos-as-new-terror-plot-sparks-fears-of-extra-checks-at-airports-4786319/x9historyx9x9historyculturesx9artsandlawArts humanitiesx9acsUniversity of Birmingham wins Outstanding International Strategyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/july/university-of-birmingham-wins-outstanding-international-strategy.aspx
The University recently won the Times Higher Education Leadership and Management Award (THELMA) for its bold approach to securing its position in Brazil as the higher education institute partner of choice.Fri, 04 Jul 2014 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/july/university-of-birmingham-wins-outstanding-international-strategy.aspxmanagementaccounting-financemarketingEconomicsNew PhD Student to join Dr Simon Jones' Labhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/New-PhD-Student-to-join-Dr-Simon-Jones-Lab.aspx
Thu, 03 Jul 2014 14:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/New-PhD-Student-to-join-Dr-Simon-Jones-Lab.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesStudents attend prestigious American Diabetes Association Conferencehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/06/Students-attend-prestigious-American-Diabetes-Association-Conference.aspx
Tue, 01 Jul 2014 11:06:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/06/Students-attend-prestigious-American-Diabetes-Association-Conference.aspxx9mds'One of Us' petition marks a sinister mobilisation of the pro-life movement in Europehttp://theconversation.com/one-of-us-petition-marks-a-sinister-mobilisation-of-the-pro-life-movement-in-europe-27731
Birmingham Law School's Dr Sheelagh McGuinness writes for the Conversation (with Professor Heather Widdows)Tue, 01 Jul 2014 10:06:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/one-of-us-petition-marks-a-sinister-mobilisation-of-the-pro-life-movement-in-europe-27731z-law-newsx9artsandlawz-chlsp-newsPublic choose antibiotics as the winning theme for £10m prizehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/antibiotic-resistance-wins-10m-prize-30-06-14.aspx
Antibiotic resistance has been selected by the public as the focus for a £10m prize set up to tackle a major challenge of our time.Mon, 30 Jun 2014 11:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/antibiotic-resistance-wins-10m-prize-30-06-14.aspxantibiotic resistanceantibiotic actionLaura Piddockx9mdsx9immunityLongitude PrizeFunding strengthens UK-Rio research linkshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/Funding-strengthens-UK-Rio-research-links.aspx
The University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham have a new funding agreement to work with leading research institutions in the Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro. The agreement will initially support up to 10 collaborative research projects over two rounds of funding worth £340,000.Mon, 23 Jun 2014 15:09:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/Funding-strengthens-UK-Rio-research-links.aspxfaperjBrazilfundingagreementUniversity of BirminghamUniversity of Nottinghamrio de janeiroProfessor Malcolm PressPoll places College of Medical and Dental Sciences academics among world's most influential researchershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/06/Poll-places-College-of-Medical-and-Dental-Sciences-academics-among-worlds-most-influential-researchers.aspx
Two academics from the College of Medical and Dental Sciences have been named as Highly Cited Researchers in a prestigious list of the world's leading scientific minds.Mon, 23 Jun 2014 11:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/06/Poll-places-College-of-Medical-and-Dental-Sciences-academics-among-worlds-most-influential-researchers.aspxx9mdsx9immunityx9cemPoll places Birmingham academics among world's most influential researchershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/Poll-places-Birmingham-academics-among-worlds-most-influential-researchers.aspx
Four academics from the University of Birmingham have been named as Highly Cited Researchers in a prestigious list of the world's leading scientific minds.Fri, 20 Jun 2014 17:13:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/Poll-places-Birmingham-academics-among-worlds-most-influential-researchers.aspxresearchscienceUniversity of BirminghamThomson ReutersProfessor Yulong Ding323epsscience technologynewschemengepsenergyUniversity of Birmingham wins award for Best Careers Support for International Studentshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/University-of-Birmingham-wins-award-for-Best-Careers-Support-for-International-Students.aspx
The University of Birmingham Careers Network at has been recognised for its excellence in providing careers support for international students.Fri, 20 Jun 2014 10:28:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/University-of-Birmingham-wins-award-for-Best-Careers-Support-for-International-Students.aspxmanagamentmarketingaccounting-financeEconomicscareers serviceUniversity of Birmingham engagement with Brazil wins Outstanding International Strategy awardhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/University-of-Birmingham-engagement-with-Brazil-wins-Outstanding-International-Strategy-award.aspx
The University of Birmingham has won the Outstanding International Strategy Award in the 2014 Times Higher Education Leadership and Management Awards (THELMAs). The award honours Birmingham's bold approach to secure its position in Brazil as the UK higher education institute (HEI) partner of choice.Wed, 18 Jun 2014 14:03:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/University-of-Birmingham-engagement-with-Brazil-wins-Outstanding-International-Strategy-award.aspxawardTHELMAsUniversity of BirminghamTimes Higher EducationBrazilOutstanding International Strategy AwardUniversity of Birmingham engagement with Brazil wins Outstanding International Strategy awardhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2014/06/University-of-Birmingham-engagement-with-Brazil-wins-Outstanding-International-Strategy-award.aspx
The University of Birmingham has won the Outstanding International Strategy Award in the 2014 Times Higher Education Leadership and Management Awards (THELMAs). The award honours Birmingham's bold approach to secure its position in Brazil as the UK higher education institute (HEI) partner of choice.Wed, 18 Jun 2014 14:03:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2014/06/University-of-Birmingham-engagement-with-Brazil-wins-Outstanding-International-Strategy-award.aspxawardTHELMAsUniversity of Birminghamx9mdsTimes Higher EducationBrazilOutstanding International Strategy AwardNeuromuscular Theme Workshophttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Neuromuscular-Theme-Workshop.aspx
Dr Michael Grey will be hosting this workshop for the Centre on Thursday 26th June 2014Wed, 18 Jun 2014 12:06:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Neuromuscular-Theme-Workshop.aspxSpotlight on the Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit (CRCTU) at the University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/06/crctu.aspx
The Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit (CRCTU) forms part of the School of Cancer Sciences at the University and is one of the largest cancer trials units in the UK and has been in existence for more than 30 years. Over the next five days they are going to share some of the exciting clinical research being done at the unit and will also be touching on related topical events throughout the week on their new blog.Wed, 18 Jun 2014 10:55:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/06/crctu.aspxx9cancerx9mdsCancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit (CRCTU)School of Cancer Sciencescancer trials unitx9mdsresearchThe British Graduate Shakespeare Conference 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/events/britgrad/index.aspx
Conference report and videos.Tue, 17 Jun 2014 10:42:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/events/britgrad/index.aspxx9shakespearex9artsandlawx9calgsx9edacsArts humanitiesInternational research programme makes its home at the University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/International-research-programme-makes-its-home-at-the-University-of-Birmingham.aspx
A prestigious international research initiative, the Developmental Leadership Program (DLP), has made its home at the University of Birmingham with funding in place to continue its work for the next three years. The new research grant marks a first step towards the consolidation of the Developmental Leadership Program as a global partnership.Mon, 16 Jun 2014 15:35:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/International-research-programme-makes-its-home-at-the-University-of-Birmingham.aspxDLPaustraliaUniversity of BirminghamDevelopmental Leadership ProgramDr Heather MarquetteDepartment of Foreign Affairs and TradeUniversity of Birmingham wins award for Best Careers Support for International Studentshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/University-of-Birmingham-wins-award-for-Best-Careers-Support-for-International-Students.aspx
Careers Network at the University of Birmingham has been recognised for its excellence in providing careers support for international students. Beating stiff competition, Careers Network has won the Best Careers Support for International Students in the third annual National Union of Students (NUS) Internationalisation Awards.Wed, 11 Jun 2014 15:21:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/University-of-Birmingham-wins-award-for-Best-Careers-Support-for-International-Students.aspxinternationalnusUniversity of Birminghamcareers networkNational Union of StudentsInternationalisation Awardsx9mdsEmployment charter signed by dental hospital teamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/Employment-charter-signed-by-dental-hospital-team.aspx
A University of Birmingham Civil Engineering undergraduate will be part of the team building facilities for future generations when he starts his summer placement with Galliford Try, who are building the new Birmingham Dental Hospital & School of Dentistry.Wed, 11 Jun 2014 12:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/Employment-charter-signed-by-dental-hospital-team.aspxdental hospitalconstructionestates developmentCivil EngineeringUniversity of BirminghamSchool of DentistryGalliford Tryscience technologynewscivx9mdsx9dentbuilding1416University of Birmingham's arthritis research centre opens its doorshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/University-of-Birminghams-arthritis-research-centre-opens-its-doors-16-06-14.aspx
Olympic gold-winning rower Katherine Grainger has officially opened a major new research centre for arthritis, co-founded by the University of Birmingham.Tue, 10 Jun 2014 16:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/University-of-Birminghams-arthritis-research-centre-opens-its-doors-16-06-14.aspxUniversity of BirminghamKatherine GraingerRheumatoid Arthritis Pathogenesis Centre of ExcellenceraceProfessor Chris BuckleyArthritis Researchx9immunityHealth sciencex9mdsx9mdsresearchBirmingham Business School wins prestigious Small Business Charter Awardhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/Birmingham-Business-School-wins-prestigious-Small-Business-Charter-Award.aspx
The Birmingham Business School at the University of Birmingham is celebrating after attaining the Small Business Charter silver Award – in recognition of the role it has played in helping to kick-start British enterprise.Mon, 09 Jun 2014 12:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/Birmingham-Business-School-wins-prestigious-Small-Business-Charter-Award.aspxenterpriseUniversity of Birminghambirmingham business schoolSmall Business Chartersilver awardBirmingham academic injects new life in to civil society in Albaniahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/birmingham-academic-injects-new-life-in-to-civil-society-in-Albania.aspx
Significant improvements to the economy of the Balkans region can be made if the Albanian government invests in a new €350 million road, argues an academic from the University of Birmingham. Dr Gëzim Alpion, Lecturer in Sociology, has instigated a petition for state leaders to meet their election promises and construct a highway linking Tirana with Dibra, one of the most impoverished regions in Albania.Fri, 06 Jun 2014 11:36:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/birmingham-academic-injects-new-life-in-to-civil-society-in-Albania.aspxalbaniadibratiranaBalkansUniversity of BirminghamDr Gëzim AlpionDepartment of Political Science and International StudieshighwaypetitioneconomyThe Business of Heritage - Stonehenge and its Redevelopmenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2014/business-heritage-stonehenge.aspx
Professor Mike Robinson will lead a one day course on 26 June 2014 for English Heritage. The course is aimed at teachers of GCE and GCSE Business, Leisure and Tourism, Travel and Tourism and Applied Business and forms part of the OCR Professional Development Programme.Thu, 05 Jun 2014 20:20:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2014/business-heritage-stonehenge.aspxx9ironbridgex9historyculturesx9artsandlawPeter Davies discusses deregulation of universities on Australian radiohttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2014/06/deregulation-of-universities.aspx
Peter Davies offers his views on university fees and equity in the UKWed, 04 Jun 2014 10:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2014/06/deregulation-of-universities.aspxPolitics societySchool of EducationcheeaESJPeter DaviesUniversity of Birminghamequityuniversity feesinternationalSide-effects of anti-inflammatory steroids could be prevented, Birmingham research findshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/side-effects-of-anti-inflammatory-steroids-could-be-prevented.aspx
Problem side effects including high blood pressure, obesity, muscle wasting, osteoporosis and skin thinning in arthritis and asthma sufferers who take a certain kind of steroid could be prevented by deleting a key gene, researchers at the University of Birmingham have discovered.Wed, 04 Jun 2014 10:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/06/side-effects-of-anti-inflammatory-steroids-could-be-prevented.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesRace against time to prevent deadly spread of poliohttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/05/race-against-time-to-prevent-deadly-spread-of-polio.aspx
Poliomyelitis is a devastating, highly infectious viral disease. It is spread from person to person or through poor sanitary conditions. It can kill those infected or result in permanent paralysis to the limbs and chest. The best 'treatment' is prevention, and the best available means of prevention is vaccination.Fri, 30 May 2014 16:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/05/race-against-time-to-prevent-deadly-spread-of-polio.aspxpoliobirmingham briefMayAngus Dawsonhealthinternationalvaccinationx9mdsx9mdsresearchITSEE at BiblIndex International workshop on computer aided processing of intertextuality in ancient languageshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2014/biblindex-workshop-2014.aspx
ITSEE projects are being presented at the BiblIndex International workshop on computer aided processing of intertextuality in ancient languages taking place in Lyon from 2nd - 4th June 2014.Fri, 30 May 2014 13:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2014/biblindex-workshop-2014.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeTextual Criticism of the New TestamentArts humanitiesCOMPAUL ProjectVetus LatinaBirmingham Business School climbs rankings within The Complete University Guide 2015http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/may/complete-university-guide-2015.aspx
Birmingham Business School shows improved rankings within The Complete University Guide 2015.Thu, 29 May 2014 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/may/complete-university-guide-2015.aspxEconomicsmanagementaccounting-financemarketingmba-newsbusiness-phdShakespeare Institute in Weimarhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2014/Shakespeare-Institute-in-Weimar.aspx
The Shakespeare Institute featured prominently at the 150th birthday of the Deutsche Shakespeare Gesellschaft (German Shakespeare Society): the oldest such society in the worldTue, 27 May 2014 16:38:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2014/Shakespeare-Institute-in-Weimar.aspxx9shakespearex9edacsArts humanitiesx9artsandlawProfessor Monder Ram beats stiff competition to take Best in Education Awardhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/creme/news/2014/may/best-in-education-award.aspx
Professor Monder Ram, Director of the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship (CREME), fought off stiff competition to win the Best in Education at the British Indian Awards in Birmingham.Tue, 27 May 2014 13:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/creme/news/2014/may/best-in-education-award.aspxbusiness-phdBusiness SchoolmanagementThe Conversation: 'Chocolate King' Poroshenko wins Ukraine presidency but violence continueshttp://theconversation.com/chocolate-king-poroshenko-wins-ukraine-presidency-but-violence-continues-27203
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff and Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University). With the outright victory of Petro Poroshenko in Ukraine's presidential elections on May 25 now confirmed, hopes are running high for a new beginning that will deliver a swift way out of a protracted crisis.Mon, 26 May 2014 11:45:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/chocolate-king-poroshenko-wins-ukraine-presidency-but-violence-continues-27203POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalThe Conversation: Whoever wins Ukraine election faces an uncertain mandate and no easy path to peacehttp://theconversation.com/whoever-wins-ukraine-election-faces-an-uncertain-mandate-and-no-easy-path-to-peace-27145
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff and Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University). The presidential elections in Ukraine on May 25 were meant to offer the country the beginning of a way out of a protracted crisis. Some of the signs were quite positive. Presidential candidates were stressing the need for unity and dialogue. Ukraine's richest man, Rinat Akhmetov, a powerful tycoon based in eastern Ukraine, took a strong public stance against the separatists there.Sun, 25 May 2014 11:44:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/whoever-wins-ukraine-election-faces-an-uncertain-mandate-and-no-easy-path-to-peace-27145POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalThe Conversation: Labour should be the biggest local winner – this year anywayhttp://theconversation.com/labour-should-be-the-biggest-local-winner-this-year-anyway-27038
Written by Chris Game. Two countries have synchronised their EU election and local election dates this cycle: Greece and parts of the UK (England and Northern Ireland).Thu, 22 May 2014 16:24:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/labour-should-be-the-biggest-local-winner-this-year-anyway-27038POLSISThe Conversation UKresearchnewsgovsocPolitics societyINLOGOVinstitute of local government studieschris gameDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesOlympic Games scale investment by Russell Group universities including Birmingham will generate £44 billion for the UKhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/investment-by-russell-group-universities-will-generate-billions.aspx
The ambitious £175 million campus development project getting underway at the University of Birmingham is part of a programme of investment by Russell Group universities which will generate billions for the economy and thousands of new jobs across the country in years to come, new research has concluded.Wed, 21 May 2014 17:33:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/investment-by-russell-group-universities-will-generate-billions.aspxestates developmentcampus redevelopmentrussell groupEconomic Impactx9mdsbuilding1416Professor David Eastwood selected as the new chair of Universitas 21http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/20-May-14-Professor-David-Eastwood-selected-as-the-new-chair-of-Universitas-21.aspx
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Birmingham, Professor David Eastwood, has been elected as the new chair of Universitas 21, the global network of leading research universities.Tue, 20 May 2014 16:13:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/20-May-14-Professor-David-Eastwood-selected-as-the-new-chair-of-Universitas-21.aspxUniversitas 21Professor David EastwoodUniversity of BirminghamVice-ChancellorAre Fukushima's children developing thyroid cancer?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/04/Are-Fukushimas-children-developing-thyroid-cancer.aspx
There have been a number of alarming media reports in recent weeks, citing significant increases in the number of children in Fukushima diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Three years after the Daiichi nuclear power plant suffered a triple meltdown, releasing huge quantities of radiation into the atmosphere, the latest figures from the Fukushima Health Management Survey have been released.Tue, 20 May 2014 14:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/04/Are-Fukushimas-children-developing-thyroid-cancer.aspxx9mdsHealth sciencex9mdsresearchBirmingham Business School joins the elite of global business schoolshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/may/birmingham-business-school-joins-the-elite-of-global-business-schools.aspx
Birmingham Business School has been awarded accreditation by the AACSB, confirming its place in the top elite of global business schools and securing the gold standard of 'triple-crown' accreditation.Fri, 16 May 2014 09:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/may/birmingham-business-school-joins-the-elite-of-global-business-schools.aspxBusiness SchoolEconomicsmarketingaccounting-financebusiness-phdPolitics societymanagementNew microwave circuits for communication and sensing systemshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/college/New-microwave-circuits-for-communication-and-sensing-systems.aspx
College best publication: New types of very high performance filters based on novel materials such as superconductors or ferroelectric and/or new fabrication technologies such as micromachined circuits are transforming everyday lives from broadcast, television and mobile phone communications technology to internet infrastructure, weather prediction.Fri, 16 May 2014 09:56:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/college/New-microwave-circuits-for-communication-and-sensing-systems.aspxCollege best publication323epsMichael LancasterXiaobang ZhangWenlin ZiaYi Wangschool of electrical electronic and computer engineeringnewseeseepsbestpubStudy identifies new, effective way to diagnose latent TBhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/15-May-14-Study-identifies-new,-effective-way-to-diagnose-latent-TB-.aspx
A study co-authored by the University of Birmingham has identified the most effective way to test people with latent tuberculosis (TB), a potentially fatal infection that has increased in the UK in recent years.Thu, 15 May 2014 10:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/15-May-14-Study-identifies-new,-effective-way-to-diagnose-latent-TB-.aspxx9mdsx9immunityUniversity of BirminghamTBtuberculosisSchool of Immunity and InfectionProfessor Adam CunninghamHealth scienceLord Bilimoria appointed as Chancellor of the University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/lord-bilimoria.aspx
The University of Birmingham is delighted to announce that one of the country's leading international entrepreneurs has been appointed as its new Chancellor reflecting the University's position as a truly global institution that attracts the brightest and best from across the world.Mon, 12 May 2014 10:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/lord-bilimoria.aspxChancelloruniversityBirminghamlordKaran BilimoriaUniversity of Birmingham's 'top ten' celebrates global impacthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/University-of-Birminghams-top-ten-celebrates-global-impact.aspx
For more than 100 years, research at the University of Birmingham has had a major impact on the world, from pioneering transplant surgery, the use of microwaves and creating artificial Vitamin C. This world-changing research is now being celebrated with a new 'top ten' list of academic pioneers.Fri, 09 May 2014 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/University-of-Birminghams-top-ten-celebrates-global-impact.aspxresearchUniversity of Birminghamx9mdsx9cancer10 WaysUniversity Annual MeetingThe Conversation: Ukraine separatists engaged in high-risk game as they press on with referendum planhttp://theconversation.com/ukraine-separatists-engaged-in-high-risk-game-as-they-press-on-with-referendum-plan-26279
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff and Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University). Vladimir Putin's statements giving qualified support for presidential elections in Ukraine on May 25, calling on separatists in eastern Ukraine to postpone their planned referendums and announcing a pull-back of troops from Ukraine's border, has been greeted with scepticism in Kiev, Brussels, London and Washington.Fri, 09 May 2014 10:31:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/ukraine-separatists-engaged-in-high-risk-game-as-they-press-on-with-referendum-plan-26279POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalBSc Economics student selected to take part in the British Council's 2014 UK-China Student Forumhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/may/british-councils-2014-uk-china-student-forum.aspx
An Economics student has been selected to be part of a forum aiming to bring more UK students to China.Thu, 08 May 2014 14:27:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/may/british-councils-2014-uk-china-student-forum.aspxEconomicseconomics bscchinaUnique Partnership with UFSC Celebrated in Florianópolishttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/news/items/Unique-Partnership-with-UFSC-Celebrated-in-Florianópolis.aspx
Translation and Discourse Studies academics from the University of Birmingham and Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC) gathered in Florianópolis on Friday 12 April 2014 to celebrate a unique 27-year partnership, which is thought to be Birmingham's longest.Wed, 07 May 2014 17:11:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/news/items/Unique-Partnership-with-UFSC-Celebrated-in-Florianópolis.aspxInternationalThe College of Medical and Dental Sciences Achieves Silver Athena SWAN Awardhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/05/Athena-SWAN-Award.aspx
The College of Medical and Dental Sciences has achieved a Silver Athena Swan Award, recognising excellence in women's employment in science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine (STEMM) in higher education.Tue, 06 May 2014 15:09:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/05/Athena-SWAN-Award.aspxx9mdsHealth scienceCRRE hosts Internationally renowned UIUC Scholar: Dr Adrienne Dixsonhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/research/crre/news/2014/CRRE-hosts-internationally-renowned-UIUC-Scholar.aspx
The Centre for Research in Race & Education (CRRE) welcomes Dr Adrienne Dixson from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign (UIUC) to the University of Birmingham for an extended visit during May 2014.Mon, 05 May 2014 12:14:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/research/crre/news/2014/CRRE-hosts-internationally-renowned-UIUC-Scholar.aspxcrreinternationalAdrienne DixsonUniversity of Illinois at Urbana ChampaignSchool of EducationUniversity of BirminghamTrio of awards marks University's commitment to advancing careers of women in sciencehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/Trio-of-awards-marks-Universitys-commitment-to-advancing-careers-of-women-in-science-04-05-14.aspx
The University of Birmingham has scooped three new national awards for its work to further and support the careers of women in traditionally male strongholds of academia.Mon, 05 May 2014 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/Trio-of-awards-marks-Universitys-commitment-to-advancing-careers-of-women-in-science-04-05-14.aspxx9mdsnewschemengscience technologyHealth scienceEPS students secure major scholarshipshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/EPS-students-secure-major-scholarships.aspx
Earlier this year EPS students were awarded prestigious scholarships from BP STEM and Caterpillar UK. These scholarships are awarded to high performing students, and offers them the opportunity to showcase their talent.Tue, 29 Apr 2014 16:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/EPS-students-secure-major-scholarships.aspxSTEMAlumnae Theatre Company bring it back to Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2014/Alumnae-Theatre-Company-bring-it-back-to-Birmingham-with-new-production.aspx
An all-female theatre group led by University of Birmingham alumnae is bringing it's latest show to Birmingham as part of a national tour and are offering Birmingham alumni a chance to see the production for free!Fri, 25 Apr 2014 15:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2014/Alumnae-Theatre-Company-bring-it-back-to-Birmingham-with-new-production.aspxnewsalumnidramacompetitiontheatreticketsThe Conversation: With Geneva deal dead Ukraine could be pivotal moment for international relationshttp://theconversation.com/all-eyes-on-russia-as-ukraine-hurtles-towards-civil-war-25400
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff and Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University). The Geneva Agreement appears to be dead in the water. Achieved only a week ago, it was widely considered a surprising breakthrough, albeit one which offered major concessions to Russia.Fri, 25 Apr 2014 11:31:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/all-eyes-on-russia-as-ukraine-hurtles-towards-civil-war-25400POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalFunded PhD Studentship Opportunityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Funded-PhD-Studentship-Opportunity.aspx
Dr Carolyn Greig, together with Profesor Janet Lord, would like to invite applications for a 4 year studentship funded by the National Osteoporosis Society.Thu, 24 Apr 2014 15:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Funded-PhD-Studentship-Opportunity.aspxStudent profile: Khilna Morjaria, MBA International Businesshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/mba/khilna-morjaria.aspx
Khilna Morjaria studied the International Business MBA programme at Birmingham Business School and found studying the perfect fit for her career.Thu, 24 Apr 2014 15:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/mba/khilna-morjaria.aspxmba-newsInternational BusinessMBABusiness SchoolThe Conversation: Breakthrough in Ukraine talks is a win-win situation, especially for Russiahttp://theconversation.com/breakthrough-in-ukraine-talks-is-a-win-win-situation-especially-for-russia-25346
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff. The four-party talks on the crisis in Ukraine have apparently produced a significant breakthrough towards the diffusion of an increasingly dangerous situation.Fri, 18 Apr 2014 16:41:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/breakthrough-in-ukraine-talks-is-a-win-win-situation-especially-for-russia-25346POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalThe Conversation: Ukraine crisis: is the West powerless to stop Russian aggression?http://theconversation.com/ukraine-crisis-is-the-west-powerless-to-stop-russian-aggression-25347
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff. As the situation in Ukraine rapidly spins out of control, various Western leaders have stepped up their verbal warnings to Russia.Tue, 15 Apr 2014 17:50:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/ukraine-crisis-is-the-west-powerless-to-stop-russian-aggression-25347POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalFamily cooking lessons and fun exercise could be the key to cutting childhood obesityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/04/family-cooking-lessons-and-fun-exercise-could-be-the-key-to-cutting-childhood-obesity.aspx
Organising cooking lessons for parents and children and planning extra exercise classes in school time are some of the activities that have shown promise in preventing obesity in primary school aged children, a University of Birmingham study published today has shown.Tue, 15 Apr 2014 13:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/04/family-cooking-lessons-and-fun-exercise-could-be-the-key-to-cutting-childhood-obesity.aspxcookingexercisePeymane Adabmiranda pallenchildhood obesityUniversity of Birminghamstudyx9mdsThe Conversation: Now Crimea's in the bag, where next for Putin and Russia?http://theconversation.com/all-eyes-on-russia-as-ukraine-hurtles-towards-civil-war-25400
Written by Professor Stefan Wolff and Professor Tatyana Malyarenko (Professor of Public Administration at Donetsk State Management University). The Ukrainian government has announced that it will mount a full-scale military operation to regain control of the east of the country and has set a deadline of 6am on Monday morning for occupied government buildings to be evacuated by armed protesters.Tue, 15 Apr 2014 09:47:00 GMThttp://theconversation.com/all-eyes-on-russia-as-ukraine-hurtles-towards-civil-war-25400POLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesThe Conversation UKProfessor Stefan WolffsecurityresearchnewsgovsocCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesICCSInstitute for Conflict Cooperation and SecurityICCS newsICCS opinionPolitics societyinternationalInternational liver congresshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/centres/liver/news/international-liver-congress.aspx
Liver disease is rarely out of the press these days with rising numbers placing it as the UK's fifth highest killer. Each year the world's leading scientific researchers meet at a congress specifically relating to the study of liver disease called the 'European Association for the Study of the Liver' (EASL), which in 2014 is held in London. The latest research and findings are shared and the best scientific minds discuss causes, prevention and treatments.Wed, 09 Apr 2014 10:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/centres/liver/news/international-liver-congress.aspxUniversity of Birmingham Licensee Circassia raises £200mhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/licensee-circassia-raises-200m.aspx
Allergy treatment-maker Circassia has raised £200 million valuing the business at £581million, in the UK's largest biotech stock market listing in more than a decade. Circassia acquired the proprietary technology to ToleroTrans, an organ transplant anti-rejection technology from The University of Birmingham in 2007.Mon, 07 Apr 2014 18:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/licensee-circassia-raises-200m.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesWe...will...educate...you. University of Birmingham robot helps to launch British Science Festivalhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/04/launch-of-british-science-festival-7-04-14.aspx
The British Science Festival 2014, a flagship event being hosted by the University of Birmingham, launches in the city tomorrow (Tuesday) – with the help of a real-life TV star and a humanoid robot.Mon, 07 Apr 2014 13:09:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/04/launch-of-british-science-festival-7-04-14.aspxBritish Science FestivalUniversity of BirminghamAlice RobertsDr Nick Hawes323epsExplainer: do sanctions work?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/april/explainer-do-sanctions-work.aspx
Colin Rowat, Lecturer in Economics, looks how the consensus seems to be that the West must "do something" to prevent instability in Ukraine and Russia's other neighbours, and whether that should include wider sanctions for the whole country.Tue, 01 Apr 2014 11:22:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2014/april/explainer-do-sanctions-work.aspxconversationthe-conversationEconomicsBusiness SchoolStudying in Singapore with Birmingham Business Schoolhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/courses/study-in-singapore.aspx
Find out about the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes available for study in Singapore in conjunction with the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM).Tue, 01 Apr 2014 09:55:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/courses/study-in-singapore.aspxSingaporemanagementmba-newsinternationalBusiness School Doctoral Scholarships available for 2014/15http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/doctoral-research/research-scholarships.aspx
Birmingham Business School is pleased to announce a number of PhD scholarships for the 2014/2015 academic year in the areas of Accounting and Finance, Economics, Management and Marketing.Fri, 28 Mar 2014 10:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/doctoral-research/research-scholarships.aspxbusiness-phdBusiness Schoolaccounting-financemanagementmarketingEconomicsLivesaving students get to the heart of the matterhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Livesaving-students-get-to-the-heart-of-the-matter-26-03-14.aspx
University of Birmingham students will spend this Friday teaching members of the public how to use portable defibrillators at a special event at New Street station.Wed, 26 Mar 2014 16:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Livesaving-students-get-to-the-heart-of-the-matter-26-03-14.aspxUniversity of BirminghamResuscitation for Medical Disciplinesautomated external defibrillatorsHeartstartBritish Heart FoundationExpansion MBA International ranking 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2014/march/expansion-mba-international-ranking-2014.aspx
The Birmingham MBA ranks in leading Spanish-language business magazine published in Mexico.Wed, 26 Mar 2014 10:33:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2014/march/expansion-mba-international-ranking-2014.aspxMBAinternationalmba-newsBusiness Schoolbusiness school mbaUniversity of Birmingham launches trial to fight cancer caused by a common virushttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/University-of-Birmingham-launches-trial-to-fight-cancer-caused-by-a-common-virus.aspx
The trial of a vaccine which can treat some forms of cancer caused by a common herpes virus known as the Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) has been launched by Cancer Research UK's Drug Development Office (DDO) at the University of Birmingham.Tue, 25 Mar 2014 01:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/University-of-Birmingham-launches-trial-to-fight-cancer-caused-by-a-common-virus.aspxGraham Taylorneil stevenEpstein Barr VirusEBVcancervaccineCancer Research UKx9mdsx9cancerMusculoskeletal Ageing and Health MSc/PGDiphttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/MSc-PGDip.aspx
The University has now formally launched the MSc/PGDip in Musculoskeletal Ageing and Health to commence from October 2014.Mon, 24 Mar 2014 13:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/MSc-PGDip.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesNew test to deduce diabetes risk in polycystic ovary syndrome sufferershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/New-test-to-deduce-diabetes-risk-in-polycystic-ovary-syndrome-sufferers.aspx
Scientists at the University of Birmingham have uncovered a new method to identify and test women with polycystic ovary syndrome who are at high risk of going onto develop diabetes.Fri, 21 Mar 2014 09:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/New-test-to-deduce-diabetes-risk-in-polycystic-ovary-syndrome-sufferers.aspxmichael o'reillyWiebke Arltjeremy tomlinsonPolycystic Ovarian SyndromePolycystic ovary syndromediabetesx9mdsx9cemChief Medical Officer to speak on antibiotic resistancehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Chief-Medical-Officer-to-speak-on-antibiotic-resistance.aspx
The Chief Medical Officer for England, Professor Dame Sally Davies, is to outline the current national and international picture on antibiotic resistance in a speech at the University of Birmingham.Fri, 21 Mar 2014 08:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Chief-Medical-Officer-to-speak-on-antibiotic-resistance.aspxLaura Piddockchief medical officerSally Daviesantibiotic resistanceBig Bang 2014: Laura Garcia Ibáñez volunteers on "The Secret Life of Snot".http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/decide/news/Big-Bang-2014.aspx
Thu, 20 Mar 2014 14:38:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/decide/news/Big-Bang-2014.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesMiscarriage risk increases for women who respond poorly to IVF ovarian stimulationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Miscarriage-risk-increases-for-women-who-respond-poorly-to-IVF-ovarian-stimulation.aspx
Women who respond to IVF treatment with low numbers of eggs are at increased risk of miscarriage, a study co-authored by University of Birmingham researchers has found.Thu, 20 Mar 2014 06:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Miscarriage-risk-increases-for-women-who-respond-poorly-to-IVF-ovarian-stimulation.aspxArri Coomarasamyovarian responseIVFMiscarriagePregnancyx9mdsx9cemPioneering stem cell therapies to be trialled in Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Pioneering-stem-cell-therapies-to-be-trialled-in-Birmingham.aspx
University of Birmingham researchers are to lead a worldwide collaboration of scientists looking at the possibility of transplanting stem cells from one person to another to reduce inflammation in the liver.Tue, 18 Mar 2014 17:09:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Pioneering-stem-cell-therapies-to-be-trialled-in-Birmingham.aspxStem CellsPhilip NewsomeGideon HirschfieldLiverPrimary Sclerosing Cholangitisx9mdsx9immunityHealth SciencesMark Cartledge presents to the Society for Pentecostal Studieshttps://www.agts.edu/news/news_archives/2014_03SPSafter.html
More than 300 of the world's leading Pentecostal and Charismatic scholars recently gathered at Evangel University in Springfield, Missouri, for the 43rd annual meeting of the Society for Pentecostal Studies (SPS) held March 6-8.Thu, 13 Mar 2014 16:10:00 GMThttps://www.agts.edu/news/news_archives/2014_03SPSafter.htmlx9ptrx9theologyandreligionx9artsandlawArts humanitiesWomen still not given a sporting chance to appear in back page headlineshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Women-still-not-given-a-sporting-chance-to-appear-in-back-page-headlines.aspx
The amount of column inches devoted to women's sport in British national papers has actually decreased from the level it was at prior to the 2012 Olympic Games, University of Birmingham researchers have established.Thu, 13 Mar 2014 12:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Women-still-not-given-a-sporting-chance-to-appear-in-back-page-headlines.aspxClaire Packerolympicswomen in sportmediapressx9mdsx9hapsBirmingham signs strategic alliance agreement with the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaignhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/bridge-alliance.aspx
The University of Birmingham has strengthened its links with North America by announcing the establishment of a strategic alliance with the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.Wed, 12 Mar 2014 12:26:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/bridge-alliance.aspxUniversity of Birminghamstrategic allianceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignUniversity of IllinoisNorth AmericaUIUCBritish Graduate Shakespeare Conference 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2014/britgrad.aspx
Call for papers.Tue, 11 Mar 2014 14:37:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2014/britgrad.aspxArts humanitiesx9edacsx9artsandlawx9shakespearex9calgsBirmingham researchers pioneer revolutionary treatment to reduce disabilities in neonatal twinshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Birmingham-researchers-pioneer-revolutionary-treatment-to-reduce-disabilities-in-neonatal-twins.aspx
The number of children suffering severe disabilities after treatment for a deadly condition affecting just over 10% of all identical twin pregnancies could be dramatically reduced after University of Birmingham researchers pioneered a new treatment, in collaboration with other experts in Europe, resulting in better outcomes for babies affected.Fri, 07 Mar 2014 16:22:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Birmingham-researchers-pioneer-revolutionary-treatment-to-reduce-disabilities-in-neonatal-twins.aspxmark kilbytwin to twin transfusion syndromepregnanciessolomonPhD Student awarded a Gold Sponsorship Award from Primerdesignhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Gold-Sponsorship-Award.aspx
Ashleigh Evans, who is conducting a PhD in Dr Simon Jones' group, has been awarded a Gold Sponsorship Award from Primer design to investigate the effect of adipokines on modulating the osteoarthritic cartilage and bone mRNA fingerprints.Wed, 05 Mar 2014 09:35:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Gold-Sponsorship-Award.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesUS ambassador visits the centre for Computational Neuroscience and Cognitive Roboticshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/psychology/news-events/2014/06Feb-us-ambassador-visit.aspx
Matthew Barzun, the US ambassador to UK, visited the centre for Computational Neuroscience and Cognitive Robotics on 6 February 2014.During his visit, Uta Noppeney, CNCR co-director, described the centre's philosophy, research directions, international collaborations and the associated CNCR MSc program.Tue, 04 Mar 2014 15:39:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/psychology/news-events/2014/06Feb-us-ambassador-visit.aspxcncrUS ambassadorambassadorMatthew Barzunvisitcentre for computational neuroscience and cognitive roboticsVideo: Alumni profile of Alastair Thornton, Marketing Director at Thomson Localhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/mba/alastair-thornton-mba.aspx
Watch Alastair Thornton discuss his experience studying an MBA at Birmingham Business School and his current position as Marketing Director at Thomson Local.Sun, 02 Mar 2014 10:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/alumni/alumni-profiles/mba/alastair-thornton-mba.aspxMBAMBA careersmba-newsBusiness SchoolCommercial schemes are key to weight loss success, study findshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Commercial-schemes-are-key-to-weight-loss-success,-study-finds.aspx
Public health authorities should consider commissioning a range of commercial weight loss programmes to help in the fight against obesity, University of Birmingham researchers have found.Sat, 01 Mar 2014 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Commercial-schemes-are-key-to-weight-loss-success,-study-finds.aspxHealth Sciencesx9mdsx9hapsweight lossWeight Watchersobesityclaire madiganUniversity of Birmingham celebrates the support of alumni and friendshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2014/University-of-Birmingham-celebrates-the-support-of-alumni-and-friends.aspx
Innovative event to thank alumni, friends, and supporters for their generous contributions to the University of Birmingham.Fri, 28 Feb 2014 12:37:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2014/University-of-Birmingham-celebrates-the-support-of-alumni-and-friends.aspxAndreia Ribeiro and Irene Calvo and Posters at the annual Irish Cytometry Society Meeting, Dublinhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/decide/news/Irish-Cytometry-Society-Meeting-Dublin.aspx
Thu, 27 Feb 2014 12:14:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/decide/news/Irish-Cytometry-Society-Meeting-Dublin.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesGlenn Award for Research in Biological Mechanisms of Ageinghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Glenn-Award.aspx
Centre Director Professor Janet Lord has recieved the prestigious, unsolicited, Glenn Award from the Glenn Foundation for Medical Research.Wed, 26 Feb 2014 11:04:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Glenn-Award.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesJamaican Olympics legacy continues to inspire in Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/02/Jamaican-Olympics-legacy-continues-to-inspire-in-Birmingham.aspx
The legacy of the Jamaican track and field team's stay in Birmingham will live on and inspire even more young people in the form of a brand new scholarship at the University of Birmingham, launched today.Fri, 21 Feb 2014 16:13:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/02/Jamaican-Olympics-legacy-continues-to-inspire-in-Birmingham.aspxEdward PeckJamaican National Foundation Legacy Scholarshipbirmingham business schoolVisit from the Lord Mayor of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Lord-Mayor-Visit.aspx
The Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of Birmingham visit the Centre to talk about the 'Move-It-Or-Lose-It' scheme with Professor Janet Lord and Move-It-Or-Lose-It' Director Julie Robinson.Fri, 21 Feb 2014 15:07:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Lord-Mayor-Visit.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesA celebration of 50 years of virology in Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/02/chv-launch.aspx
Centre for Human Virology Launch Event – "Working together to conquer virus disease". Announcing a meeting in celebration of both past achievements in the study of viral associated cancers, viral pathogenesis and immune responses, as well as a timely opportunity to identify future trends and developments in the understanding and treatment of virus disease.Fri, 21 Feb 2014 13:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2014/02/chv-launch.aspxx9mdsHealth sciencex9mdsresearchAge no barrier to exercise, new training course showshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/02/age-no-barrier-to-exercise.aspx
The mince pies and Christmas cake may be a distant memory, but older adults can still beat the post-Christmas bulge, as a new training scheme designed to teach instructors how to run exercise classes for older people kicks off in Birmingham.Thu, 20 Feb 2014 12:10:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/02/age-no-barrier-to-exercise.aspxJanet Lordexerciseageingcentre for healthy ageing researchUniversity of BirminghamUS ambassador visits the centre for Computational Neuroscience and Cognitive Roboticshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/cncr/news/06Feb-us-ambassador-visit.aspx
Matthew Barzun, the US ambassador to UK, visited the centre for Computational Neuroscience and Cognitive Robotics on 6 February 2014.During his visit, Uta Noppeney, CNCR co-director, described the centre's philosophy, research directions, international collaborations and the associated CNCR MSc program.Mon, 17 Feb 2014 16:37:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/cncr/news/06Feb-us-ambassador-visit.aspxcncrUS ambassadorambassadorMatthew Barzunvisitcentre for computational neuroscience and cognitive roboticsUniversity of Birmingham and Jamaica National Foundation Legacy Scholarship Launchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2014/february/university-of-birmingham-and-jamaica-national-foundation-legacy-scholarship-launch.aspx
As a part of the 2012 Olympic Legacy Programme, University of Birmingham and the Jamaica National Building Society have joined forces to offer a unique scholarship.Fri, 14 Feb 2014 10:22:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2014/february/university-of-birmingham-and-jamaica-national-foundation-legacy-scholarship-launch.aspxscholarshipMasters scholarshipjamaicaJamaican National Foundation Legacy ScholarshipStubbing out smoking can light up your mental healthhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/02/Stubbing-out-smoking-can-light-up-your-mental-health.aspx
Stopping smoking is associated with a significant improvement in mental health, equal to or larger than the effect from a course of anti-depressants, researchers at the University of Birmingham and Oxford have found.Fri, 14 Feb 2014 09:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/02/Stubbing-out-smoking-can-light-up-your-mental-health.aspxGemma TaylorSmokingsmoking cessationmental healthx9hapsx9mdsHealthy Ageing Commission Report Launchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Report-Launch.aspx
As one of the commissioners for the 'Healthy Ageing in the 21st century Commission Report', Centre Director Professor Janet Lord helped to field questions from Members of Parliament at the report launch in the House of Commons.Thu, 13 Feb 2014 12:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Report-Launch.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesSingapore students celebrate graduating last year from the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM)http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/february/singapore-students-celebrate-graduating-gallery.aspx
Students in Singapore celebrated graduating last year from the Business School's partnership with the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM).Tue, 11 Feb 2014 10:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/february/singapore-students-celebrate-graduating-gallery.aspxSingaporeBusiness Schoolsimsingapore institute of managementmanagementDignity and high quality care for older peoplehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Dignity-Naumanen.aspx
The Geriatrics & Gerontology Section at the Royal Society of Medicine are organising a meeting to discuss the Francis Report on the 20th March 2014.Mon, 10 Feb 2014 16:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Dignity-Naumanen.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesCentre Funded Clinical PhD Studentshiphttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Clinical-Studentship.aspx
The MRC-Arthritis UK Centre would like to invite applications for their Clinical PhD Studentship due to commence from October 2014.Thu, 06 Feb 2014 16:31:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/Clinical-Studentship.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesMechanical Engineering research grants/awards February 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/engineering/mechanical-engineering/news/research-grants-feb-2104.aspx
The school has won in excess of £300,000 in research grants during the past few months.Wed, 05 Feb 2014 12:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/engineering/mechanical-engineering/news/research-grants-feb-2104.aspxMechanical Engineering researchawardsgrantsmechanical engineeringnewsmechMove it or Lose it - 'Put Pep in Your Step'http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/MoveLose-Pep.aspx
The Centre's 'Put Pep in your Step' Industrial Partners will be holding 'train the trainer' sessions over the next year to ensure further dissemination of their fantastic exercise programme for older adults.Wed, 05 Feb 2014 10:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2014/MoveLose-Pep.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesUniversity of Birmingham launches policy commission report: Healthy Ageing in the 21st Century: The best is yet to comehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/02/03-02-14University-of-Birmingham-launches-policy-commission-report-Healthy-Ageing-in-the-21st-Century-The-best-is-yet-to-come.aspx
Cultural sensitivity should be a vital component in all future services for older people, experts at the University of Birmingham, will say today (Monday).Mon, 03 Feb 2014 10:42:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/02/03-02-14University-of-Birmingham-launches-policy-commission-report-Healthy-Ageing-in-the-21st-Century-The-best-is-yet-to-come.aspxUniversity of BirminghamBirmingham Policy Commissionshealthy ageingz-law-newsz-chlsp-newsPolitics societyHealth sciencex9mdsSecond PhD Scientific Winter Retreat, Hasliberg, Switzerlandhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/decide/news/Second-PhD-Scientific-Winter-Retreat.aspx
Wed, 29 Jan 2014 09:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/decide/news/Second-PhD-Scientific-Winter-Retreat.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesNew Birmingham MBA brochure launcheshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2014/january/new-birmingham-mba-brochure-launches.aspx
The new Birmingham MBA brochure is now available to view online.Thu, 23 Jan 2014 12:14:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2014/january/new-birmingham-mba-brochure-launches.aspxmba-newsbirmingham business schoolOlder people's prevention serviceshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/tsrc/news/2014/01/older-servs.aspx
New independent research funded by the National Institute for Health Research's School for Social Care Research (SSCR) confirms the significance of the role third sector organisations (TSOs) have historically played in the delivery of adult social care, and that TSOs remain a popular choice with local authority commissioners as providers of preventative services. While the research finds positive aspects within the current arrangements, it also identifies gaps in setting and understanding outcomes.Thu, 23 Jan 2014 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/tsrc/news/2014/01/older-servs.aspxsocial policySocial careThe Birmingham Institute of Translational Medicine: world class made in Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/01/birmingham-institute-of-translational-medicine.aspx
Remarkable progress in the treatment of human disease was made in the 20th century but much remains to be done.Fri, 17 Jan 2014 12:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/01/birmingham-institute-of-translational-medicine.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesThe Birmingham Institute of Translational Medicine: world class made in Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/01/birmingham-institute-of-translational-medicine1.aspx
Remarkable progress in the treatment of human disease was made in the 20th century but much remains to be done.Fri, 17 Jan 2014 12:32:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/01/birmingham-institute-of-translational-medicine1.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesThe Birmingham Institute of Translational Medicine: world class made in Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/01/birmingham-institute-of-translational-medicine.aspx
Remarkable progress in the treatment of human disease was made in the 20th century but much remains to be done. Many cancers are still incurable and new antibiotic resistant infectious diseases pose an increasing threat.Thu, 16 Jan 2014 15:03:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2014/01/birmingham-institute-of-translational-medicine.aspxProfessor Charlie CraddockCentre for Clinical HaematologyUniversity of Birminghambirmingham brief40th Anniversary Reunion, BDS Dentistry 1973http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/40th-Anniversary-Reunion,-BDS-1973.aspx
Mon, 13 Jan 2014 10:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/40th-Anniversary-Reunion,-BDS-1973.aspxalumniReunionBDS dental surgery40th anniversary celebrationsInternational students discuss their time at the University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/january/international-students-discuss-their-time-at-the-university-of-birmingham.aspx
Video: Students from different countries talk about their time at the University of Birmingham.Tue, 07 Jan 2014 16:18:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2014/january/international-students-discuss-their-time-at-the-university-of-birmingham.aspxmanagementmarketingaccounting-financeEconomicsbusiness-phdFive minute saliva test to identify smokers rolled out to health schemeshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/01/Five-minute-saliva-test-to-identify-smokers-rolled-out-to-health-schemes.aspx
Smokers who need extra incentives to quit the cigarettes this new year should take note that even private health insurance premiums may be reduced if they can prove they have stopped for good – and with the aid of a pioneering test from the University of Birmingham, the proof can be easy to acquire.Thu, 02 Jan 2014 10:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/01/Five-minute-saliva-test-to-identify-smokers-rolled-out-to-health-schemes.aspxgraham copesmokescreencigarettesSmokingsmoking cessationx9mdsHealth scienceBirmingham launches new Centre in Physical Sciences for Healthhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/22-Nov-Birmingham-launches-new-Centre-in-Physical-Sciences-for-Health.aspx
The University of Birmingham is among 24 UK universities to receive a share of £350 million announced by Universities and Science Minister, David Willetts, today (22 November).Thu, 19 Dec 2013 17:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/22-Nov-Birmingham-launches-new-Centre-in-Physical-Sciences-for-Health.aspxEPSRCProfessor Mike HannonProfessor Adam TickellDavid WillettsBirmingham professor talks about the language of cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/Birmingham-professor-talks-about-the-language-of-cancer.aspx
A University of Birmingham professor tackles a different aspect of cancer today, as he features in a BBC World Service documentary about the language used to describe the disease.Thu, 19 Dec 2013 17:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/Birmingham-professor-talks-about-the-language-of-cancer.aspxx9mdsx9cancerMichael OverduincancerDoes doctor know best? A new approach to "evidence" based health carehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/18-11-13Does-doctor-know-best-A-new-approach-to-evidence-based-health-care.aspx
Leading health care experts have today called for a fresh approach to evaluating treatment amid claims that dog walking and singing classes can lead to greater health improvements than traditional medicine for some patients.Thu, 19 Dec 2013 17:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/18-11-13Does-doctor-know-best-A-new-approach-to-evidence-based-health-care.aspxResearch is the key to saving lives, conference hearshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/research-is-the-key-to-saving-lives-conference-hears.aspx
Leading academics in the field of maternal health have called on researchers to do more to help save the lives of mothers and babies around the world following a major conference at the University of Birmingham.Thu, 19 Dec 2013 17:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/research-is-the-key-to-saving-lives-conference-hears.aspxArri Coomarasamymaternal healthMaternal health in developing worldGLOWx9mdsx9cemBirmingham researchers look to give sports clubs a heads-up on concussion dangershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/Birmingham-researchers-look-to-give-sports-clubs-a-heads-up-on-concussion-dangers.aspx
A study looking into what happens to the brains of sportspeople in the aftermath of a concussion – and what could happen if they suffered a subsequent head injury - has been launched by researchers at the University of Birmingham.Thu, 19 Dec 2013 17:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/Birmingham-researchers-look-to-give-sports-clubs-a-heads-up-on-concussion-dangers.aspxMichael greytony bellisrmrcx9mdsx9cemconcussionsportExercise and Rehabilitation Sciencesbrain injuriesbrainrugbyUniversity of BirminghamAntonio BelliMechanical Engineering research grants/awards November 2013http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/engineering/mechanical-engineering/news/research-grants-november-2013.aspx
The school won in excess of £700,000 in research grants during November 2013.Thu, 19 Dec 2013 13:51:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/engineering/mechanical-engineering/news/research-grants-november-2013.aspxMechanical Engineering researchawardsgrantsmechanical engineeringnewsmechDoctoral Researchers Yearbook 2013http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/Documents/college-social-sciences/courses/dr-yearbook-2013.pdf
The Yearbook showcases the innovative and cutting edge work of the Doctoral Researchers in the Schools of Business, Education, Government and Society and Social Policy. The quality of the research being undertaken within our Doctoral Research Community is outstanding and this Yearbook highlights the impressive scope, depth and breadth of the research being undertaken.Wed, 18 Dec 2013 07:36:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/Documents/college-social-sciences/courses/dr-yearbook-2013.pdfSchool of Government and Societyiddinternational development departmentPOLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesINLOGOVinstitute of local government studiesCREEScentre for russian and east european studiesIGSInstitute for German Studiesdoctoral researchstudentnewsgovsocpolsis highlightresearchnewsUrine test could help diagnose aggressive bladder cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/Urine-test-could-help-diagnose-aggressive-bladder-cancer.aspx
A simple urine test could distinguish between aggressive and less aggressive bladder cancers according to a new University of Birmingham study published in the British Journal of Cancer.Fri, 13 Dec 2013 12:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/Urine-test-could-help-diagnose-aggressive-bladder-cancer.aspxdouglas wardcancerbladder cancerbiomarkersurine testepcamx9mdsx9cancerRevolution in liver disease diagnosis could help NHS priority listhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/Revolution-in-liver-disease-diagnosis-could-help-NHS-priority-list.aspx
A ground-breaking scan that can identify and help to treat liver disease, could make painful and invasive liver biopsies a thing of the past, thanks to a trial being led by the University of Birmingham.Fri, 13 Dec 2013 12:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/mds/news-events/2013/Revolution-in-liver-disease-diagnosis-could-help-NHS-priority-list.aspxpeter eddowesGideon HirschfieldLiverLiver diseaseNIHR Biomedical Research Unitx9mdsx9immunityGREAT Scholarship: Opportunities for our Indian MBA Applicantshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/december/great-scholarship-opportunities-for-our-indian-mba-applicants.aspx
The Birmingham MBA team are delighted to announce brand new scholarships for Indian MBA applicants.Thu, 12 Dec 2013 10:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/december/great-scholarship-opportunities-for-our-indian-mba-applicants.aspxmba-newsMBAbirmingham mbaVideo: International students at the University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/international/index.aspx
International students from Indonesia, Brunei, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia at the University of Birmingham talk about their time at Birmingham, including their experiences living in a vibrant and multicultural UK city.Tue, 10 Dec 2013 12:14:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/international/index.aspxinternational studentsgovsocstudentsnewsvideos and podcastsinstitute of local government studiesINLOGOVPOLSISDepartment of Political Science and International Studiesiddinternational development departmentLocal businesses set to flourish with new state of the art Innovation hubhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/state-of-the-art-innovation-hub.aspx
Plans are getting off the ground to develop a new £6.8 million landmark Biomedical Innovation Hub at the University of Birmingham that will offer essential laboratory and office space for new and growing local biomedical businesses.Sat, 07 Dec 2013 16:27:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/state-of-the-art-innovation-hub.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesDrew Longacre to conduct post-doctoral research in Helsinkihttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/drew-longacre-2013.aspx
Drew Longacre invited to conduct post doctoral research on the Septuagint manuscripts of Exodus.Thu, 05 Dec 2013 11:17:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/drew-longacre-2013.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeITSEEx9artsandlawx9calgsDrew LongacreOld TestamentTheology and Religion PostgraduateArts humanitiesPrint Culture and the First Yoruba Novelhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/news/2013/print-culture.aspx
Professor Karin Barber's book 'Print Culture and the First Yoruba Novel' has won the Paul Hair Prize for "the best critical edition or translation into English of primary source materials on Africa".Tue, 03 Dec 2013 10:06:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/news/2013/print-culture.aspxx9dasax9africahubx9artsandlawx9historyculturesUrine test could help diagnose aggressive bladder cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/Urine-test-could-help-diagnose-aggressive-bladder-cancer.aspx
A simple urine test could distinguish between aggressive and less aggressive bladder cancers according to a new University of Birmingham study published in the British Journal of Cancer.Mon, 02 Dec 2013 12:06:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/Urine-test-could-help-diagnose-aggressive-bladder-cancer.aspxdouglas wardcancerbladder cancerbiomarkersurine testepcamx9mdsx9cancerESRC's 'Britain in 2014'http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/tsrc/news/2013/britain-in-2014.aspx
Two articles from TSRC feature in ESRC's latest annual magazine addressing key social issues in the UK.James Rees asks "How are third sector organisations faring in the provision of public services?", and Pete Alcock examines whether we are facing "A Crisis in Civil Society?".Fri, 29 Nov 2013 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/tsrc/news/2013/britain-in-2014.aspxsocial policythird sectorThird Sector Research Centrecivil societyESRCBirmingham launches new Centre in Physical Sciences for Healthhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/22-Nov-Birmingham-launches-new-Centre-in-Physical-Sciences-for-Health.aspx
The University of Birmingham is among 24 UK universities to receive a share of £350 million announced by Universities and Science Minister, David Willetts, today (22 November).Fri, 22 Nov 2013 01:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/22-Nov-Birmingham-launches-new-Centre-in-Physical-Sciences-for-Health.aspxEPSRCProfessor Mike HannonProfessor Adam TickellDavid WillettsRevolution in liver disease diagnosis could help NHS priority listhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/Revolution-in-liver-disease-diagnosis-could-help-NHS-priority-list.aspx
A ground-breaking scan that can identify and help to treat liver disease, could make painful and invasive liver biopsies a thing of the past, thanks to a trial being led by the University of Birmingham.Thu, 21 Nov 2013 11:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/Revolution-in-liver-disease-diagnosis-could-help-NHS-priority-list.aspxpeter eddowesGideon HirschfieldLiverLiver diseaseNIHR Biomedical Research Unitx9mdsx9immunityInnovation and inter-disciplinarity in the study of Ghana's pasthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/news/2013/innovation-ghana.aspx
Dr Kate Skinner (DASA) and Dr Wilson Yayoh (University of Cape Coast) convened a four-day workshop in Ghana on the theme of innovation and inter-disciplinarity in the study of that country's past.Wed, 20 Nov 2013 11:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/news/2013/innovation-ghana.aspxx9africahubx9dasax9artsandlawx9historyculturesBirmingham professor talks about the language of cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/Birmingham-professor-talks-about-the-language-of-cancer.aspx
A University of Birmingham professor tackles a different aspect of cancer today, as he features in a BBC World Service documentary about the language used to describe the disease.Tue, 19 Nov 2013 15:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/Birmingham-professor-talks-about-the-language-of-cancer.aspxx9mdsx9cancerMichael OverduincancerITSEE at SBL 2013http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/sbl2013.aspx
ITSEE presentations at the Society of Biblical Literature annual meeting in 2013 and an invitation to the University of Birmingham breakfast.Tue, 19 Nov 2013 15:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/sbl2013.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseex9artsandlawSBLx9calgsx9alumniArts humanitiesDoes doctor know best? A new approach to "evidence" based health carehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/18-11-13Does-doctor-know-best-A-new-approach-to-evidence-based-health-care.aspx
Leading health care experts have today called for a fresh approach to evaluating treatment amid claims that dog walking and singing classes can lead to greater health improvements than traditional medicine for some patients.Mon, 18 Nov 2013 14:09:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/18-11-13Does-doctor-know-best-A-new-approach-to-evidence-based-health-care.aspxResearch is the key to saving lives, conference hearshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/research-is-the-key-to-saving-lives-conference-hears.aspx
Leading academics in the field of maternal health have called on researchers to do more to help save the lives of mothers and babies around the world following a major conference at the University of Birmingham.Thu, 14 Nov 2013 16:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/research-is-the-key-to-saving-lives-conference-hears.aspxArri Coomarasamymaternal healthMaternal health in developing worldGLOWx9mdsx9cemCollege of Arts and Law MA by Research by distance learninghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/calgs/news/2013/madl.aspx
Following the continued success of our PhD by distance learning, we are very pleased to announce that this mode of study will also be available for our MA by Research programmes from January 2014.Thu, 14 Nov 2013 14:04:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/calgs/news/2013/madl.aspxx9ptrx9edacsx9historyculturesx9lchamx9calgsArts humanitiesx9philosophyx9theologyandreligionx9historyx9x9dasax9modernlanguagesx9musicx9englishlanguagex9englishliteraturex9acsx9shakespeareSaudi linkshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/tsrc/news/2013/saudi-links.aspx
TSRC Deputy Director John Mohan was an invited speaker at a workshop on managing non-profit organisations, at the King Fahd University, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, in November.Thu, 14 Nov 2013 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/tsrc/news/2013/saudi-links.aspxsocial policyPsiOxus Therapeutics announces positive data in cancer-related cachexia clinical trial".http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/PsiOxus-Therapeutics-announces-positive-data-in-cancer-related-cachexia-clinical-trial.aspx
Mid-Stage Clinical Study of wasting disease therapeutic MT-102 shows reversal of cancer related wasting.Wed, 13 Nov 2013 16:20:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/PsiOxus-Therapeutics-announces-positive-data-in-cancer-related-cachexia-clinical-trial.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesMajor £15 million gift to the University of Birmingham enables creation of Forest Research Institutehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2013/07Nov13-bifor-project.aspx
A new Institute for Forest Research will be established by the University of Birmingham to study the impact of climate and environmental change on woodlands, and the resilience of trees to pests and diseases, thanks to a transformational gift of £15 million.Wed, 13 Nov 2013 14:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2013/07Nov13-bifor-project.aspxeh-newsRed Bull, Mercedes, McLaren? Nope it's UBR.http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/UBR-Nov2013.aspx
The UoB's students may well be hearing the term UBR a lot more often this year. What is UBR you ask? Well this is the University of Birmingham's Formula Student Team: UB Racing.Fri, 08 Nov 2013 10:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/UBR-Nov2013.aspxStudent newsEPSEngineering and Physical Sciencesubracingmechanical engineeringUBRacingNewsWhat I got up to this summerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/My-Summer-Rachel-Fisher-Civ.aspx
As summers go the last one was pretty good, although I'm sure we will all agree that the preceding period of exams is not a difficult act to follow. It was a chance to relax, catch up with friends, but also to earn some money and gain experience to put on my CV.Fri, 08 Nov 2013 10:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/My-Summer-Rachel-Fisher-Civ.aspxStudent newsEPSEngineering and Physical SciencesCivil EngineeringWhat I got up to this summerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/My-Summer-Emily-Doyle-Chemistry.aspx
To me, I think the most noteworthy thing about my summer this year is how long it was! Having just finished my first year of University, I had never had anything like 4 months summer holiday, and after a stressful exam period, it seemed like exactly what I needed.Fri, 08 Nov 2013 10:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/My-Summer-Emily-Doyle-Chemistry.aspxStudent newsEPSEngineering and Physical SciencesChemistryThe Beale Lecture Serieshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/Beale-Lecture-Series.aspx
The Beale Lecture Series is a programme introduced this year by the School of Civil Engineering aimed at enriching the Civil-Engineering experience by giving students (you) an insight into life in the working world and into what you might be doing once you leave university.Fri, 08 Nov 2013 10:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/Beale-Lecture-Series.aspxStudent newsEPSEngineering and Physical SciencesBeale Lecture SeriesCivil EngineeringcivsocnewsChemistry at Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/Chemistry-at-Birmingham-Emily.aspx
As an undergraduate chemistry student, I'm very used to people making the assumption that all I do for my degree is play around with Bunsen burners; however, this isn't quite the whole picture. Yes, in my first year at the University of Birmingham I spent countless hours in labs trying to synthesise a pure compound, or determine the density of a gaseous sample, but there's much more to the chemistry course.Fri, 08 Nov 2013 10:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/Chemistry-at-Birmingham-Emily.aspxStudent newsEPSEngineering and Physical SciencesChemistryChemSocNewsWhat I got up to this summerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/My-Summer-Aris-Kapsanakis-Civ.aspx
This quite interesting summer started very well! Paris is quite the place (I actually went back for 5 days two weeks ago!) and I would recommend it to everyone. Oh, and please, pretty please, buy bread and other, bread-related stuff every morning! So, so good! Not just tasty; delicious!Fri, 08 Nov 2013 10:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/My-Summer-Aris-Kapsanakis-Civ.aspxStudent newsEPSEngineering and Physical SciencesCivil EngineeringPlacements: Why Bother?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/Placements-why-bother.aspx
This first article aims to encourage you to endeavour to get a placement, by outlining the copious benefits that can be reaped from a little effort and hard work on your part. This list is not exhaustive, but highlights the key opportunities that a placement, or even just the application to internships, can give a student.Fri, 08 Nov 2013 10:21:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/Placements-why-bother.aspxStudent newsEPSEngineering and Physical SciencesSaving Mothers Lives at the GLOW Conference 2013http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/11/GLOW-Conference.aspx
Translational research bringing better healthcare closer to mothers and babies worldwideOn Friday 1st November the GLOW Conference 2013 enabled over 140 researchers and clinical practitioners to learn from the latest findings and work more effectively both as independent experts and complementary collaborators in the fight for better maternal healthcare worldwide. The opportunity to make a difference must be grasped and the time to grasp it is NOW.Thu, 07 Nov 2013 14:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/11/GLOW-Conference.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesExciting landmark gene therapy Sponsored by the University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/11/landmark-gene-therapy.aspx
Exciting landmark gene therapy Sponsored by the University of Birmingham and run by the Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit (CRCTU) the AdUP Trial is being run in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital making this a collaborative Birmingham trial. The science behind the trial was developed in the School of Cancer Sciences.Thu, 07 Nov 2013 13:43:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/11/landmark-gene-therapy.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesMajor £15 million gift to the University of Birmingham enables creation of Forest Research Institutehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/07-Nov-13-Major-15-million-gift-to-the-University-of-Birmingham-enables-creation-of-Forest-Research-Institute-.aspx
A new Institute for Forest Research will be established by the University of Birmingham to study the impact of climate and environmental change on woodlands, and the resilience of trees to pests and diseases, thanks to a transformational gift of £15 million.Thu, 07 Nov 2013 09:55:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/07-Nov-13-Major-15-million-gift-to-the-University-of-Birmingham-enables-creation-of-Forest-Research-Institute-.aspxBirmingham researchers look to give sports clubs a heads-up on concussion dangershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2013/07Nov-Sportex-researcher-gives-sports-clubs-heads-up-on-concussion-dangers.aspx
A study looking into what happens to the brains of sportspeople in the aftermath of a concussion – and what could happen if they suffered a subsequent head injury - has been launched by researchers at the University of Birmingham.Thu, 07 Nov 2013 09:38:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2013/07Nov-Sportex-researcher-gives-sports-clubs-heads-up-on-concussion-dangers.aspxMichael greytony bellisrmrcx9mdsx9cemconcussionsportExercise and Rehabilitation Sciencesbrain injuriesbrainrugbyUniversity of BirminghamAntonio Belliles-sp-newsBirmingham researchers look to give sports clubs a heads-up on concussion dangershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/Birmingham-researchers-look-to-give-sports-clubs-a-heads-up-on-concussion-dangers.aspx
A study looking into what happens to the brains of sportspeople in the aftermath of a concussion – and what could happen if they suffered a subsequent head injury - has been launched by researchers at the University of Birmingham.Wed, 06 Nov 2013 15:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/Birmingham-researchers-look-to-give-sports-clubs-a-heads-up-on-concussion-dangers.aspxMichael greytony bellisrmrcx9mdsx9cemconcussionsportExercise and Rehabilitation Sciencesbrain injuriesbrainrugbyUniversity of BirminghamAntonio BelliBirmingham research tackles liver transplant failurehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/Birmingham-research-tackles-liver-transplant-failure.aspx
The re-infection of transplanted livers with hepatitis C virus (HCV) – which can irreparably damage the new organ - could be halted by administering a drug which blocks the virus entering the liver, research from the University of Birmingham being presented at the Liver Meeting demonstrates.Wed, 06 Nov 2013 15:24:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/Birmingham-research-tackles-liver-transplant-failure.aspxian rowejane mckeatingLiverHepatitis Cvirusblockerx9mdsx9immunityFrom brain behaviour to Shakespeare: Birmingham unveils latest MOOCshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/04Nov-From-brain-behaviour-to-Shakespeare-Birmingham-unveils-latest-MOOCs.aspx
The University of Birmingham is introducing further free, open, online courses today offering a taste of higher education to learners worldwide.Mon, 04 Nov 2013 14:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/04Nov-From-brain-behaviour-to-Shakespeare-Birmingham-unveils-latest-MOOCs.aspxmoocsdistance learningpsychologyShakespeareJohn Heathx9shakespearex9edacsx9artsandlawBirmingham researchers find depression in hip fracture patients hinders physical recovery and compromises immunityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2-aug-2013-depression-in-hip-fracture-patients-hinders-recovery.aspx
Older people who suffer a hip fracture should be routinely tested and treated for depression to aid their recovery and prevent their immune systems from being compromised, according to new research from the University of Birmingham.Tue, 29 Oct 2013 15:31:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/2-aug-2013-depression-in-hip-fracture-patients-hinders-recovery.aspxx9mdsx9immunityAnna PhillipsJanet Lordolder peoplehip fracturedepressionimmunityProfessor Janet LordUniversity of Birmingham researchers in major new centre to tackle crippling condition of rheumatoid arthritishttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/26-Jun-University-of-Birmingham-researchers-in-major-new-centre-to-tackle-crippling-condition-of-rheumatoid-arthritis-.aspx
Leading medical research charity Arthritis Research UK and the University of Birmingham have announced a major new research centre that aims to find out more about the causes of rheumatoid arthritis.Tue, 29 Oct 2013 15:31:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/mrc-aruk/news/26-Jun-University-of-Birmingham-researchers-in-major-new-centre-to-tackle-crippling-condition-of-rheumatoid-arthritis-.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesStudy or work in China? Event explores options availablehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/29-Oct-Study-or-work-in-China-Event-explores-options-available.aspx
The University of Birmingham's China Institute will host a workshop this week designed to showcase opportunities to study or gain work experience in China, with advice on scholarships available.Tue, 29 Oct 2013 15:13:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/29-Oct-Study-or-work-in-China-Event-explores-options-available.aspxChina InstituteStudy Abroad teamcareers networkReprint of papers from First Birmingham Colloquiumhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/TextsStudies-reprint.aspx
The first volume of Texts and Studies, Third Series, edited by David Taylor, is being republished by Gorgias Press fourteen years after it first appeared.Wed, 23 Oct 2013 13:40:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/TextsStudies-reprint.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeITSEEx9artsandlawx9calgsbroadcastnew testamentdavid taylortexts and studiesgorgiasUniversity of Birmingham joins UK government delegation in Chinahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/october/university-of-birmingham-joins-uk-government-delegation-in-china.aspx
In conjunction with the governments' trade trip to China, a number of our academics were asked to comment on the UK's varying industry links with China.Wed, 23 Oct 2013 10:07:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/october/university-of-birmingham-joins-uk-government-delegation-in-china.aspxBusiness SchoolchinamanagementCadbury Fellowships 2014http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/news/2013/cadbury-fellowships.aspx
The department invites applications from early-career researchers who are based in African institutions and wish to spend a period of ten weeks with us discussing and developing the results of their primary research.Mon, 21 Oct 2013 16:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/news/2013/cadbury-fellowships.aspxx9africahubx9calgsx9artsandlawx9dasax9historyculturesVisit enhances University's key strategic partnership with Guangzhouhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/21Oct-Visit-enhances-Universitys-key-strategic-partnership-with-Guangzhou.aspx
Two years after the launch of the University of Birmingham's collaborative centre in Guangzhou, Vice- Mayor Wang Dong is visiting Birmingham this week to expand the strategic partnership between the City and the University.Mon, 21 Oct 2013 10:12:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/21Oct-Visit-enhances-Universitys-key-strategic-partnership-with-Guangzhou.aspxGuangzhouchinaEdward PeckWang Dongx9mdsMaori remains make the long journey to their ancestral homehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/Maori-remains-make-the-long-journey-to-their-ancestral-home.aspx
A collection of Maori skeletal remains and a tattooed Maori head discovered at the University of Birmingham were handed back to New Zealand in a spiritual ceremony on Friday.Fri, 18 Oct 2013 17:51:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/Maori-remains-make-the-long-journey-to-their-ancestral-home.aspxMaoriNew Zealandancestral remainsJune JonessacredDr June Jonesx9mdsCollege welcomes Distance Learning PhD studentshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/calgs/news/2013/dl2013.aspx
CAL welcomes its 2013 Distance Learning PhD students as part of the University's welcome week.Tue, 15 Oct 2013 14:12:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/calgs/news/2013/dl2013.aspxx9calgsx9edacsx9ptrx9historyculturesx9lcahmx9fcwThe BNF Birmingham legacyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/10/BNF-Birmingham-legacy.aspx
Our new pharmacy programme may have only just started, but Birmingham has been instrumental in the development of the most important pharmacy-based publication of all time - the British National Formulary (BNF)Tue, 15 Oct 2013 13:35:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/10/BNF-Birmingham-legacy.aspxx9mdsUniversity of Birmingham in arts and humanities research partnershiphttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/15-Oct-University-of-Birmingham-in-arts-and-humanities-research-partnership.aspx
Six of the region's universities, including the University of Birmingham, are to benefit from a multi-million-pound partnership to create a centre for excellence for a new generation of arts and humanities researchers.Tue, 15 Oct 2013 11:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/15-Oct-University-of-Birmingham-in-arts-and-humanities-research-partnership.aspxArts and Humanities Research CouncilUniversity of Birmingham joins UK government delegation in China to boost research and developmenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/15-10-13University-of-Birmingham-joins-UK-government-delegation-in-China-to-boost-research-and-development.aspx
The University of Birmingham's Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Edward Peck will join a UK government delegation led by Minister of State for Universities and Science, David Willetts, on a high profile trade visit to Shenzhen and Guangzhou.Tue, 15 Oct 2013 08:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/15-10-13University-of-Birmingham-joins-UK-government-delegation-in-China-to-boost-research-and-development.aspxPublication of theses by Dr W.J. Elliotthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/elliott-theses.aspx
Online publication of "An examination of von Soden's Ib2 group of manuscripts" (1969) and "An examination of von Soden's Ib1 group of manuscripts (Acts and Catholic Episltes only)" (1974) by Dr W.J. Elliott in the University of Birmingham Institutional Repository.Mon, 14 Oct 2013 14:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/elliott-theses.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeITSEEx9artsandlawkreineckerelliottvon sodenUbiraphd thesisethesesThe Economist's Which MBA? 2013 Global Rankingshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/october/the-economists-which-mba-2013-global-rankings.aspx
The Economist's WhichMBA? 2013 Global Rankings have confirmed Birmingham Business School's position in their top 100 with a placement of 85th globally and as one of the top UK and European MBA programmes.Mon, 14 Oct 2013 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2013/october/the-economists-which-mba-2013-global-rankings.aspxmba-newsbirmingham business schoolexecutive mbapart-time mbafull-time mbaNew hope for premature babies at risk of brain damagehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/New-hope-for-premature-babies-at-risk-of-brain-damage.aspx
Babies who suffer a bleed on their brain could be saved from debilitating brain damage after researchers at the University of Birmingham found that a new drug can prevent the swelling of the organ which causes it.Thu, 10 Oct 2013 16:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/New-hope-for-premature-babies-at-risk-of-brain-damage.aspxAnn Loganhydrocephalusbabiesbleedingbrainbrain damagex9mdsx9cemTalk by Professor D.C. Parkerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/parker-bttf.aspx
David Parker to speak at the University's "Book to the Future" festival in October 2013 on "The World's Oldest Bible: How Technology Shapes Belief".Mon, 07 Oct 2013 11:17:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/parker-bttf.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeITSEEx9artsandlawx9calgsnew testamentbttfbook to the futureparkerBibleBirmingham and Nottingham expand ties with Brazil in latest visithttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/07Oct-Birmingham-and-Nottingham-expand-ties-with-Brazil-in-latest-visit.aspx
As part of their landmark strategic partnership the Vice-Chancellors from the Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham are visiting Brazil this week to further develop and expand their institutions' significant engagement with the country.Mon, 07 Oct 2013 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/07Oct-Birmingham-and-Nottingham-expand-ties-with-Brazil-in-latest-visit.aspxFAPESPBrazilVice-ChancellorGlobal ranking reinforces Birmingham's position as a world-class universityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/03-10-13ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspx
The University of Birmingham has risen an impressive five places in the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings, it has been announced today.Thu, 03 Oct 2013 16:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/03-10-13ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspxACS student Matthew Wood writes in The Independenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/acs/news/2013/matthew-wood.aspx
Third-year ACS student Matthew Wood, who is at the University of Alabama for his Study Abroad, has written this interesting article for The Independent about racial integration at the University.Thu, 03 Oct 2013 15:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/acs/news/2013/matthew-wood.aspxx9edacsx9acsx9artsandlawx9studentexperienceNew post for Dr Christina Kreineckerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/kreinecker-farewell.aspx
ITSEE Research Fellow Christina Kreinecker appointed as Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies at the University of Salzburg.Tue, 01 Oct 2013 13:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/kreinecker-farewell.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeITSEEx9artsandlawx9calgskreineckernew testamentOlder people urged to get moving to a new, scientifically researched exercise DVDhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/scientifically-researched-exercise-dvd.aspx
While the post-Christmas period usually sees a glut of celebrity exercise DVDs hit the shops, a Birmingham researcher is launching an exercise DVD with a difference for an alternative date – Older Adults Day on Tuesday (October 1).Tue, 01 Oct 2013 10:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/10/scientifically-researched-exercise-dvd.aspxJanet Lordageingolder people1000 eldersexercise dvdx9mdsx9immunityPersonalisation and co-production - bringing services closer to the needs of users and carers?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/tsrc/news/2013/personalisation.aspx
Personalisation has the potential to deliver services in new and different ways that are nearer to what service users and their carers want and need.Tue, 01 Oct 2013 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/tsrc/news/2013/personalisation.aspxThird Sector Research CentrepersonalisationStudy confirms long term benefits of tamoxifen are relevant to all women who take it for five yearshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/Study-confirms-long-term-benefits-of-tamoxifen-are-relevant-to-all-women-who-take-it-for-five-years.aspx
Taking tamoxifen for an extra five years benefits women with breast cancer that has not spread to the lymph glands (node negative disease), as well as women where lymph node spread was found at operation, updated research from the University of Birmingham being presented at this year's European Cancer conference* demonstrates.Mon, 30 Sep 2013 10:31:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/Study-confirms-long-term-benefits-of-tamoxifen-are-relevant-to-all-women-who-take-it-for-five-years.aspxDaniel ReatamoxifenBreast cancerattomCancer Research UKx9mdsx9cancerNew pharmacy labs declared openhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/New-pharmacy-labs-declared-open.aspx
Students beginning a brand new Pharmacy course at the University of Birmingham had the chance to hear one of the most eminent pharmacy professors in the country speak when he officially opened a new suite of laboratories yesterday (Wednesday).Thu, 26 Sep 2013 16:14:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/New-pharmacy-labs-declared-open.aspxPharmacyJohn Marriottlaboratory launchrobert aitkensandy florenceAlta Innovations completes new licence with Cytoxhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/Alta-Innovations-completes-new-licence-with-Cytox.aspx
Alta Innovations is pleased to announce it has entered into a new licence agreement with Cytox Limited, a University of Birmingham spinout company developing laboratory services for the in-vitro assessment of risk of dementias such as Alzheimer's disease.Thu, 26 Sep 2013 13:13:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/Alta-Innovations-completes-new-licence-with-Cytox.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesForeign takeovers revive talk of UK declinehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/september/foreign-takeovers-revive-talk-of-uk-decline.aspx
Professor Simon Collinson discusses the future of the country's listed industrial companies, and whether takeovers are a sign of health in British manufacturing or the deal making is fresh evidence of Britain's industrial decline.Mon, 23 Sep 2013 11:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/september/foreign-takeovers-revive-talk-of-uk-decline.aspxBusiness SchoolindustryIndustrial ResearchSir David Omand to head new commission on the security impact of droneshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/23-09-13Sir-David-Omand-to-head-a-new-University-of-Birmingham-Policy-Commission-on-the-security-impact-of-drones.aspx
Sir David Omand, the UK's former Security and Intelligence Co-ordinator and director of GCHQ, is to chair the University of Birmingham's latest policy commission.Mon, 23 Sep 2013 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/23-09-13Sir-David-Omand-to-head-a-new-University-of-Birmingham-Policy-Commission-on-the-security-impact-of-drones.aspxPolicy CommissiondronesDr Hugh Houghton to give invited paper in Belgiumhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/houghton-leuven.aspx
Dr Hugh Houghton to give an invited paper on "The Challenges of Editing the Vetus Latina" and participate in a round table of international specialists on complex textual traditions in LeuvenFri, 20 Sep 2013 15:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/houghton-leuven.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeITSEEx9artsandlawx9calgsbroadcastnew testamenthoughtonleuvenlectiotextual scholarshipNew article in JTS by Dr Chris Jordanhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/jordan-article.aspx
Article by Dr Chris Jordan on "The Rediscovery of the Sherborne Lectionary"Fri, 20 Sep 2013 15:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/jordan-article.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeITSEEx9artsandlawx9calgsnew testamentJordanlectionaryBirmingham announced as University of the Yearhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/september/birmingham-announced-as-university-of-the-Year.aspx
The University of Birmingham has been named University of the Year 2014 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide.Fri, 20 Sep 2013 13:11:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/september/birmingham-announced-as-university-of-the-Year.aspxSunday Timesuniversity guideVice-ChancellorDavid Eastwoodmarketingaccounting-financemanagementEconomicsbusiness-phdBirmingham announced as University of the Yearhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/20-sep-Birmingham-announced-as-University-of-the-Year.aspx
The University of Birmingham has been named University of the Year 2014 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide.Fri, 20 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/20-sep-Birmingham-announced-as-University-of-the-Year.aspxSunday Timesuniversity guideVice-ChancellorDavid Eastwood323epsx9mdsBirmingham announced as University of the Yearhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2013/09/Birmingham-announced-as-University-of-the-Year.aspx
The University of Birmingham has been named University of the Year 2014 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide.Fri, 20 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2013/09/Birmingham-announced-as-University-of-the-Year.aspxSunday Timesuniversity guideVice-ChancellorDavid Eastwood323epsx9mdsMissing immune response may prove a vital link for new leukaemia treatmentshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/Missing-immune-response-may-prove-a-vital-link-for-new-leukaemia-treatments.aspx
Patients suffering from leukaemia could have their immune system engineered to fight the disease, after scientists at the University of Birmingham discovered that they lacked an immune response to a certain class of proteins which could be restored through stem cell transplants.Thu, 19 Sep 2013 17:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/Missing-immune-response-may-prove-a-vital-link-for-new-leukaemia-treatments.aspxMark Cobboldimmunityleukaemiaimmune responsephosphopeptidesStem Cellsx9mdsx9x9cancerUniversity of Birmingham introduces free open, online courseshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/19-Sep-University-of-Birmingham-introduces-free-open,-online-courses.aspx
The University of Birmingham is today unveiling the first of its free, open, online courses designed to offer a taste of higher education to learners from across the UK and the world.Wed, 18 Sep 2013 11:36:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/19-Sep-University-of-Birmingham-introduces-free-open,-online-courses.aspxMOOCProfessor John HeathDental PhotographyBirmingham gets set to turn orange for eye researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/Birmingham-gets-set-to-turn-orange-for-eye-research.aspx
People who suffer from a rare but debilitating eye condition could have their chances of going blind reduced, thanks to a pioneering new test developed by a University of Birmingham researcher who has been given a top award by a sight charity for the work.Tue, 17 Sep 2013 13:52:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/Birmingham-gets-set-to-turn-orange-for-eye-research.aspxJohn Curnowgeraint williamsfight for sightopthalmologyblindsightx9mdsCREME has a new homehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/creme/news/2013/october/creme-has-a-new-home.aspx
Birmingham Business School is the new home for the Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship (CREME) and its flagship knowledge exchange initiative, the Enterprise and Diversity Alliance (EDA).Tue, 17 Sep 2013 10:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/research/creme/news/2013/october/creme-has-a-new-home.aspxBusiness Schoolcremecreme-newsUniversity of Birmingham launches new railway research institute in Chinahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/16-Sep-University-of-Birmingham-launches-new-railway-research-institute-in-China.aspx
The University of Birmingham has formed a new joint research institute with Anhui province in East China to support the development of railway infrastructure.Mon, 16 Sep 2013 09:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/16-Sep-University-of-Birmingham-launches-new-railway-research-institute-in-China.aspxClive RobertsRichard Williams323epsrailway engineeeringrailwaynewsBirmingham Business School hosts meeting of top business mindshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/september/birmingham-hosts-meeting-of-top-business-minds.aspx
The 15th annual conference of the European Trade Study Group (ETSG) will be hosted by Birmingham Business School from 12 to 14 September 2013, bringing together more than 300 participants from Europe, USA, Japan, China, India and beyond.Thu, 12 Sep 2013 11:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/september/birmingham-hosts-meeting-of-top-business-minds.aspxEconomicsBusiness SchoolUniversity backs up calls for more Physician Associates to transform acute medicinehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/University-backs-up-calls-for-more-Physician-Associates-to-transform-acute-medicine.aspx
Academics at the University of Birmingham have welcomed the Future Hospitals Commission report calling for the development of the Physician Associate role in acute medical settings – as the University prepares to relaunch its postgraduate diploma which trains graduates in the profession.Thu, 12 Sep 2013 09:26:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/University-backs-up-calls-for-more-Physician-Associates-to-transform-acute-medicine.aspxx9mdsjim parlephysician associatePhysician Assistantfuture healthcare commissionRoyal College of PhysiciansBirmingham Health PartnersBirmingham hosts meeting of top business mindshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/12-sep-Birmingham-hosts-meeting-of-top-business-minds.aspx
The world's largest meeting of international trade economists commences today at the University of Birmingham for the fifteenth European Trade Study Group conference.Thu, 12 Sep 2013 09:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/12-sep-Birmingham-hosts-meeting-of-top-business-minds.aspxRob ElliottEuropean Trade Study GroupTrade economistGlobal ranking reinforces Birmingham's position as a world-class universityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/september/global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university-2.aspx
The University of Birmingham has made an impressive 15 place rise to 62nd in this year's QS World University Rankings, cementing its position in the top 100 universities globally and placing it 10th in the UK.Wed, 11 Sep 2013 10:12:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/september/global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university-2.aspxQS rankingaccounting-financemanagementmarketingEconomicsDisease-causing genes spread easily in emerging lethal fungus infectionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2013/6-September-Disease-causing-genes-spread-easily-in-emerging-lethal-fungus-infection.aspx
A rare, emerging fungal disease that is spreading throughout Canada and Northwestern USA can easily pass its deadly genes to related fungal strains within the species but less readily to more distant relatives, according to new research from the University of Birmingham.Tue, 10 Sep 2013 15:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2013/6-September-Disease-causing-genes-spread-easily-in-emerging-lethal-fungus-infection.aspxrobin maycgattifungalfungusdiseaserare diseaseNorth AmericaSchool of BiosciencesGlobal ranking reinforces Birmingham's position as a world-class universityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/10-Sept-Global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspx
The University of Birmingham has made an impressive 15 place rise to 62nd in this year's QS World University Rankings, cementing its position in the top 100 universities globally and placing it 10th in the UK.Tue, 10 Sep 2013 09:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/09/10-Sept-Global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspxQS rankingindiaGlobal ranking reinforces Birmingham's position as a world-class universityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2013/10-Sept-Global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspx
The University of Birmingham has made an impressive 15 place rise to 62nd in this year's QS World University Rankings, cementing its position in the top 100 universities globally and placing it 10th in the UK.Tue, 10 Sep 2013 09:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2013/10-Sept-Global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspxQS rankingindiaGlobal ranking reinforces Birmingham's position as a world-class universityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/psychology/news-events/2013/10-Sept-Global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspx
The University of Birmingham has made an impressive 15 place rise to 62nd in this year's QS World University Rankings, cementing its position in the top 100 universities globally and placing it 10th in the UK.Tue, 10 Sep 2013 09:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/psychology/news-events/2013/10-Sept-Global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspxQS rankingindiaGlobal ranking reinforces Birmingham's position as a world-class universityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2013/10-Sept-Global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspx
The University of Birmingham has made an impressive 15 place rise to 62nd in this year's QS World University Rankings, cementing its position in the top 100 universities globally and placing it 10th in the UK.Tue, 10 Sep 2013 09:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2013/10-Sept-Global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspxQS rankingindiaGlobal ranking reinforces Birmingham's position as a world-class universityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2013/10-Sept-Global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspx
The University of Birmingham has made an impressive 15 place rise to 62nd in this year's QS World University Rankings, cementing its position in the top 100 universities globally and placing it 10th in the UK.Tue, 10 Sep 2013 09:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2013/10-Sept-Global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspxQS rankingindiaGlobal ranking reinforces Birmingham's position as a world-class universityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/social-policy/news/2013/09/10-Sept-Global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspx
The University of Birmingham has made an impressive 15 place rise to 62nd in this year's QS World University Rankings, cementing its position in the top 100 universities globally and placing it 10th in the UK.Tue, 10 Sep 2013 09:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/social-policy/news/2013/09/10-Sept-Global-ranking-reinforces-Birminghams-position-as-a-world-class-university.aspxQS rankingindiaDisease-causing genes spread easily in emerging lethal fungus infectionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/08/6-September-Disease-causing-genes-spread-easily-in-emerging-lethal-fungus-infection.aspx
A rare, emerging fungal disease that is spreading throughout Canada and Northwestern USA can easily pass its deadly genes to related fungal strains within the species but less readily to more distant relatives, according to new research from the University of Birmingham.Fri, 06 Sep 2013 09:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/08/6-September-Disease-causing-genes-spread-easily-in-emerging-lethal-fungus-infection.aspxrobin maycgattifungalfungusdiseaserare diseaseNorth Americalow cost agri-food diagnostic test to help prevent spread of crop diseasehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/low-cost-agri-food-diagnostic-test-to-help-prevent-spread-of-crop-disease.aspx
Linear Diagnostics Ltd, Molecular Vision Ltd and the Food and Environment Research Council, are pleased to announce the award of a £392,000 grant from the UK's innovation agency, the Technology Strategy Board to help fund a two year project to develop an onsite, quick and simple diagnostic test for the detection of multiple pathogens in harvested crops.Wed, 04 Sep 2013 16:19:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/low-cost-agri-food-diagnostic-test-to-help-prevent-spread-of-crop-disease.aspxMedical and Dental Scienceslow cost agri-food diagnostic test to help prevent spread of crop diseasehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/low-cost-agri-food-diagnostic-test-to-help-prevent-spread-of-crop-disease.aspx
Linear Diagnostics Ltd, Molecular Vision Ltd ("Molecular Vision") and the Food and Environment Research Council ("Fera"), are pleased to announce the award of a £392,000 grant from the UK's innovation agency, the Technology Strategy Board to help fund a two year project to develop an onsite, quick and simple diagnostic test for the detection of multiple pathogens in harvested crops.Tue, 03 Sep 2013 16:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/low-cost-agri-food-diagnostic-test-to-help-prevent-spread-of-crop-disease.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesWorld's first point-of-care diagnostic device for multiple myelomahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/worlds-first-point-of-care-diagnostic-device-for-multiple-myeloma.aspx
Serascience Limited, a specialist cancer diagnostics company established by a joint venture between Abingdon Health and the University of Birmingham, announces the receipt of European CE Mark approval for the commercial sale of Seralite, its proprietary point-of-care diagnostic device for multiple myeloma.Mon, 02 Sep 2013 10:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/worlds-first-point-of-care-diagnostic-device-for-multiple-myeloma.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesDr Rilka Dragneva-Lewers takes part in high-profile seminar at Chatham Househttp://bit.ly/17I9O35
With colleagues from the University's Centre for Russian and East European Studies, Dr Dragneva-Lewers, Senior Lecturer in Law took part in Seminar entitled Eurasian Economic Integration: Rhetoric and Reality organised in collaboration with the Russian and Eurasian programme of Chatham House, a leading think-thank on international security.Sat, 31 Aug 2013 10:41:00 GMThttp://bit.ly/17I9O35z-law-newsMilitary Intervention in Syria: the worst or just one among many bad options?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/syria-military.aspx
"As Western rhetoric and resolve to 'do something' over the use of chemical weapons last week in Syria harden, one of the increasingly dominant logics is that with all other means exhausted, a military intervention of some sort is the last resort."Fri, 30 Aug 2013 15:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/perspective/syria-military.aspxbirmingham perspectiveProfessor Stefan WolffPOLSISDepartment of Political Science and International StudiesresearchnewsBirmingham Business School to host two international conferences in Septemberhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/august/Birmingham-Business-School-to-host-two-international-conferences-in-September.aspx
This month Birmingham Business School is the host of two international conferences; the Comparative International Governmental Accounting Research conference and the European Trade Study Group conference.Thu, 29 Aug 2013 17:18:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/august/Birmingham-Business-School-to-host-two-international-conferences-in-September.aspxbusiness-phdEconomicsaccounting-financeresearchBusiness SchoolWorld's first point-of-care diagnostic device for multiple myelomahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/Worlds-first-point-of-care-diagnostic-device-for-multiple-myeloma-.aspx
Serascience Limited, a specialist cancer diagnostics company established by a joint venture between Abingdon Health and the University of Birmingham, announces the receipt of European CE Mark approval for the commercial sale of Seralite, its proprietary point-of-care diagnostic device for multiple myeloma.Tue, 27 Aug 2013 16:20:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/Worlds-first-point-of-care-diagnostic-device-for-multiple-myeloma-.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesRobots that learn from experiencehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/08/27-Aug-13-Robots-that-learn-from-experience.aspx
Specialist robots will learn how to act intelligently in real-world environments, supporting security guards or care home assistants, in a multi-million Euro project.Tue, 27 Aug 2013 12:26:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/08/27-Aug-13-Robots-that-learn-from-experience.aspx323epsRobots that learn from experiencerobotsWhy do so many people think they're addicted to food?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/08/Why-do-so-many-people-think-theyre-addicted-to-food.aspx
Animal studies have shown that high-fat and high-sugar foods have similar effects on the brain as do substances more usually associated with addiction, such as alcohol or drugs. The research also suggests these foods can cause similar problems, such as withdrawal symptoms or going to great lengths to obtain the food. Yet, the existence of food addiction in humans remains extremely controversial within the scientific community.Thu, 22 Aug 2013 14:27:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/08/Why-do-so-many-people-think-theyre-addicted-to-food.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesWhy do so many people think they're addicted to food?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/08/Why-do-so-many-people-think-theyre-addicted-to-food.aspx
Animal studies have shown that high-fat and high-sugar foods have similar effects on the brain as do substances more usually associated with addiction, such as alcohol or drugs. The research also suggests these foods can cause similar problems, such as withdrawal symptoms or going to great lengths to obtain the food. Yet, the existence of food addiction in humans remains extremely controversial within the scientific community.Thu, 22 Aug 2013 14:27:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/08/Why-do-so-many-people-think-theyre-addicted-to-food.aspxMedical and Dental Sciences'Better detection' for Alzheimer's and cancershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/08/22Aug-Better-detection-for-Alzheimers-and-cancers.aspx
A new chemical discovery will lead to better monitoring and treatment for cancers and degenerative diseases, according to latest research by scientists.Thu, 22 Aug 2013 10:27:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/08/22Aug-Better-detection-for-Alzheimers-and-cancers.aspxJohn FosseychinaShanghaireactive oxygenAlzheimer’scancer323epsShakespeare Institute collaborates in 'Civic Shakespeare' symposia in Verona and Weimarhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2013/civic-shakespeare.aspx
Faculty members from the Shakespeare Institute participated in two European symposium events co-organized with colleagues based at the University of Verona, at the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich, and at Ca'Foscari university in Venice.Tue, 20 Aug 2013 14:03:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/edacs/departments/shakespeare/news/2013/civic-shakespeare.aspxx9shakespearex9artsandlawx9edacsWork to start on £50m Birmingham Dental Hospital & School of Dentistryhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/08/-Work-to-start-on-50m-Birmingham-Dental-Hospital--School-of-Dentistry.aspx
The partners behind the first integrated, stand-alone dental hospital and dental school to be built in the UK for almost 40 years have reached financial close and work will start on site next month.Mon, 19 Aug 2013 12:51:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/08/-Work-to-start-on-50m-Birmingham-Dental-Hospital--School-of-Dentistry.aspxDentistryDental Schoolnew builddental hospitalphilip lumleypebble millx9mdsx9dentNew PhD on Family 13 in Johnhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/jacperrin-phd.aspx
New PhD thesis on Family 13 in St John's Gospel by ITSEE student Jac PerrinMon, 19 Aug 2013 12:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/jacperrin-phd.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeITSEEx9artsandlawx9calgsnew testamentperringospeljohnfamily 13igntpPromoting good mental health and well-being at Birmingham Medical Schoolhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/08/promoting-good-mental-health-and-well-being-at-Birmingham-Medical-School.aspx
The Feel Bright campaign was set up in 2010–11 as a joint initiative between student representatives from the MBChB Medicine and Surgery Programme at the Medical School (part of the College of Medical and Dental Sciences at the University of Birmingham) and senior welfare staff to promote good mental health and well-beingWed, 07 Aug 2013 12:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/08/promoting-good-mental-health-and-well-being-at-Birmingham-Medical-School.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesResearchers find depression in hip fracture patients hinders physical recovery and compromises immunityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2013/02Aug-depression-in-hip-fracture-patients-hinders-recovery.aspx
Older people who suffer a hip fracture should be routinely tested and treated for depression to aid their recovery and prevent their immune systems from being compromised, according to new research from the University of Birmingham.Tue, 06 Aug 2013 10:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2013/02Aug-depression-in-hip-fracture-patients-hinders-recovery.aspxx9mdsx9immunityAnna PhillipsJanet Lordolder peoplehip fracturedepressionimmunityProfessor Janet LordBirmingham researchers find depression in hip fracture patients hinders physical recovery and compromises immunityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/08/2-aug-2013-depression-in-hip-fracture-patients-hinders-recovery.aspx
Older people who suffer a hip fracture should be routinely tested and treated for depression to aid their recovery and prevent their immune systems from being compromised, according to new research from the University of Birmingham.Fri, 02 Aug 2013 14:22:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/08/2-aug-2013-depression-in-hip-fracture-patients-hinders-recovery.aspxx9mdsx9immunityAnna PhillipsJanet Lordolder peoplehip fracturedepressionimmunityProfessor Janet LordBirmingham Professor wins national recognitionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/31-July-Birmingham-Professor-wins-national-recognition.aspx
A professor from the University of Birmingham has won a place on the Health Service Journal's inaugural list of Inspirational Women.Thu, 01 Aug 2013 11:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/31-July-Birmingham-Professor-wins-national-recognition.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesUniversities of Birmingham and Manipal partner in new educational initiativehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/31Jul-Universities-of-Birmingham-and-Manipal-partner-in-new-educational-initiative.aspx
The University of Birmingham and Manipal University in India have signed an agreement this month formalising educational links between the two institutions. The partnership will enable students to complete their first two years of study at Manipal then progress directly into year two at Birmingham.Wed, 31 Jul 2013 15:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/31Jul-Universities-of-Birmingham-and-Manipal-partner-in-new-educational-initiative.aspxindiamanipalengineering2+2323epsPostgraduate Search! videoshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/ptr/departments/philosophy/news/2013/postgraduate-search-videos.aspx
Dr David Cheetham and Professor Heather Widdows recently took part in some interview with Postgraduate Search! about the School of Philosophy, Theology and Religion and the range of opportunities it offers for postgraduate students.Tue, 30 Jul 2013 15:10:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/ptr/departments/philosophy/news/2013/postgraduate-search-videos.aspxx9ptrx9philosophyx9theologyandreligionx9artsandlawx9calgsProfessor Indrajit Ray helps improve learning in Indiahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/july/Professor-Indrajit-Ray-helps-improve-learning-in-India.aspx
Professor Indrajit Ray, Chair in Economic Theory at Birmingham Business School's Department of Economics, is Chairman of 'Vidyapith', a charity based in India.Tue, 30 Jul 2013 12:20:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/july/Professor-Indrajit-Ray-helps-improve-learning-in-India.aspxEconomicsBusiness SchoolcharityMemorandum of Understanding between the University of Cape Coast and the University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/news/2013/memorandum.aspx
DASA signs a Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Cape Coast and the University of Birmingham to facilitates exchanges of staff and students across a range of subjects at the two institutions.Tue, 30 Jul 2013 12:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/news/2013/memorandum.aspxx9dasax9historyculturesx9calgsArts humanitiesx9artsandlawx9africahubBirmingham scientist's heart research recognised in national competitionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/heart-competition.aspx
Leading Birmingham scientists are celebrating after being highly commended in 'Reflections of Research', a national image and video competition run by the British Heart Foundation (BHF). The entries provide a snapshot of the incredible life-saving work undertaken by BHF-funded heart scientists in the UK.Fri, 26 Jul 2013 17:14:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/heart-competition.aspxBritish Heart FoundationReflections of ResearchDr William MoodycompetitionVetus Latina Iohannes: publication of second fasciclehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/vetus-latina-fascicle-2.aspx
A new edition of the earliest Latin versions of the Gospel according to John: the second installment contains John 4:49-9:41.Tue, 23 Jul 2013 14:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/vetus-latina-fascicle-2.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeITSEEx9artsandlawx9calgsbroadcastnew testamentArts humanitiesjohnVetus LatinaparkerhoughtonburtonmaclachlanOld LatingospelArts and Humanities Research CouncilahrcNew book on biblical quotationshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/studia-patristica.aspx
New book co-edited by Dr Hugh Houghton with papers from the Seventh Birmingham Colloquium on the Textual Criticism of the New TestamentMon, 22 Jul 2013 15:27:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/studia-patristica.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeITSEEx9artsandlawx9calgsnew testamenthoughtonBiblequotationspatristicpatristicshugh houghtonArts humanitiesGum disease – a silent killer?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/18jul-gum-disease.aspx
Healthy nutrition may be key to helping fight gum disease, which is not only important to oral health, but also to general health and wellbeing. Gum, or periodontal, diseases are ubiquitous long-lasting inflammatory diseases of humans. The most common type is chronic gingivitis, which affects approximately 90% of adults, but is reversible with professional and careful home tooth cleaning. Chronic periodontitis is a more severe form of gum disease that destroys the tissues supporting the teeth and associated bone in the jaws, leading ultimately to tooth loss.Fri, 19 Jul 2013 14:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/18jul-gum-disease.aspxSchool of Dentistrybirmingham briefProfessor Iain ChappleDr Melissa Grantgum diseaseCraniotomy instruments get a new homehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/07/craniotomy-instruments.aspx
Dr Brian Watson (MBChB, 1953) has donated a set of 19th century craniotomy instruments to the Birmingham Medical School.Wed, 17 Jul 2013 12:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/07/craniotomy-instruments.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesUniversity proposes £175m transformation of historic Edgbaston campus to include a new sports centrehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/09Aug-Estates-Development-Framework-Release.aspx
The University of Birmingham is announcing a five year investment in facilities that will transform the University's famous Edgbaston campus, reinterpreting founder Joseph Chamberlain's vision for the estate for the 21st century and extending the services available to the local community. The key developments include a new sports centre and a new library, to join the new Music building currently nearing completion.Tue, 16 Jul 2013 11:28:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/09Aug-Estates-Development-Framework-Release.aspxPreparing for the low carbon economy: fresh dialogue advances UK-China collaborations in sustainable energyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/17-JulyPreparing-for-the-low-carbon-economy-fresh-dialogue-advances-UK-China-collaborations-in-sustainable-energy.aspx
Leading figures across industry, science and government are convening at the University of Birmingham this week to further UK-China partnerships in sustainable energy and smart grid technologies.Tue, 16 Jul 2013 09:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/17-JulyPreparing-for-the-low-carbon-economy-fresh-dialogue-advances-UK-China-collaborations-in-sustainable-energy.aspxChina InstituteRichard WilliamsXiao-Ping Zhangsmart gridsUKERC323epsFirst overseas Distinguished Leaders lecture takes place in Singaporehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/july/first-overseas-distinguished-leaders-lecture-takes-place-in-singapore.aspx
On Thursday 4th July, Birmingham Business School in association with Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) hosted the first overseas Distinguished Leaders lecture.Mon, 15 Jul 2013 11:07:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2013/july/first-overseas-distinguished-leaders-lecture-takes-place-in-singapore.aspxdistinguished leaders seriessimBusiness Schoolalumnialumni eventThe Royal baby and modern fatherhoodhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/12-July-The-Royal-baby-and-modern-fatherhood.aspx
Prince William has made it to hospital for the birth of his first child, it has been reported, with no need for a dash back from Anglesey - but new ethics research from the University of Birmingham says that the culture of fathers being involved in all aspects of antenatal and maternity care, including the birth, may mean that men experience the disadvantages of the 'medicalisation' of pregnancy without the attendant advantages it offers mothers.Fri, 12 Jul 2013 16:24:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/12-July-The-Royal-baby-and-modern-fatherhood.aspxroyalethicsmedical ethicsHeather DraperJonathan IvesFatherhoodPregnancyantenatal carex9mdsx9hapsMedical students scoop top prizes at graduationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/9-July-Medical-students-scoop-top-prizes-at-graduation.aspx
A pair of outstanding medical students will be honoured with top prizes at the University of Birmingham's degree congregations this week.Wed, 10 Jul 2013 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/9-July-Medical-students-scoop-top-prizes-at-graduation.aspxMedical and Dental ScienceChancellors Prizevice chancellors prizex9mdsBirmingham joins Beijing, Harvard and Oxford in youth leadership initiativehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/08Jul-Birmingham-joins-Beijing,-Harvard-and-Oxford-in-youth-leadership-initiative.aspx
Students from the University of Birmingham are taking part in an esteemed international youth leadership programme in China this month.Mon, 08 Jul 2013 12:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/08Jul-Birmingham-joins-Beijing,-Harvard-and-Oxford-in-youth-leadership-initiative.aspxchinaGuangzhouGuangdongeducationESJBirmingham joins Beijing, Harvard and Oxford in youth leadership initiativehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2013/07/Birmingham-joins-Beijing-Harvard-and-Oxford-in-youth-leadership-initiative.aspx
Students from the University of Birmingham are taking part in an esteemed international youth leadership programme in China this month.Mon, 08 Jul 2013 12:41:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2013/07/Birmingham-joins-Beijing-Harvard-and-Oxford-in-youth-leadership-initiative.aspxchinaGuangzhouGuangdongeducationUniversity of Birmingham Professor ranked in "Hottest Research of 2012"http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/07/HottestResearch2012.aspx
Professor Gregory Y H Lip, Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine at the College of Medical and Dental Sciences, University of Birmingham, has been ranked amongst the Science Watch® "Hottest Research of 2012".Mon, 08 Jul 2013 11:51:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/07/HottestResearch2012.aspxx9mdsExploring innovative ways to integrate Technology into teachinghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/07/exploring-innovative-ways-to-integrate-technology-into-teaching.aspx
The College of Medical and Dental Sciences have been finding new ways to integrate technology into teaching to ensure our students have the most innovative and up to date technology available to them to maximise their study opportunities.Mon, 08 Jul 2013 11:51:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/07/exploring-innovative-ways-to-integrate-technology-into-teaching.aspxx9mdsUniversity of Birmingham strengthens ties with Delhi Technological Universityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/04Jul-University-of-Birmingham-strengthens-ties-with-Delhi-Technological-University.aspx
The University of Birmingham and Delhi Technological University have signed a new partnership agreement this week promoting collaboration in teaching and research activities. The signing coincides with Vice Chancellor of Delhi Technological University Professor Pritam B. Sharma receiving an honorary doctorate from Birmingham during the degree congregations taking place from 3 to 11 July.Thu, 04 Jul 2013 14:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/04Jul-University-of-Birmingham-strengthens-ties-with-Delhi-Technological-University.aspxDelhiindia323epsVirtual world to help relieve patients' painhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/engineering/eese/news/virtual-world-to-help-relieve-patients-pain.aspx
Researchers in Birmingham are hoping to use the hi-tech world of virtual reality in a bid to relieve the pain of hospital patients.Fri, 28 Jun 2013 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/engineering/eese/news/virtual-world-to-help-relieve-patients-pain.aspxBob StoneBirmingham Health PartnersVirtual Realitystonenewsnewseesescience technologyUniversity of Birmingham Honorary Graduands for July 2013http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/28-Jun-University-of-Birmingham-Honorary-Graduands-for-July-2013.aspx
Stand-up comedian, writer and actor, Chris Addison, Polish-English Holocaust survivor, Kitty Hart-Moxon and founder of Moshi Monsters, Michael Acton Smith are amongst those who will be given honorary degrees at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies in July 2013.Fri, 28 Jun 2013 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/28-Jun-University-of-Birmingham-Honorary-Graduands-for-July-2013.aspxHonorary graduandMichael Acton-SmithChris AddisonKitty Hart-Moxonx9mdsUniversity of Birmingham researchers in major new centre to tackle crippling condition of rheumatoid arthritishttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/26-Jun-University-of-Birmingham-researchers-in-major-new-centre-to-tackle-crippling-condition-of-rheumatoid-arthritis-.aspx
Leading medical research charity Arthritis Research UK and the University of Birmingham have announced a major new research centre that aims to find out more about the causes of rheumatoid arthritis.Wed, 26 Jun 2013 11:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/26-Jun-University-of-Birmingham-researchers-in-major-new-centre-to-tackle-crippling-condition-of-rheumatoid-arthritis-.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesWeighing up the real value of the G8 summithttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/06/g8-summit-2013.aspx
It is easy to be cynical over the value of summits such as the G8 meeting recently concluded in Northern Ireland. After all, this year's meeting was preceded by the erection of fake shop fronts in Northern Ireland to disguise empty businesses, and when Birmingham played host in 1998 the city council sprayed the grass verges green.Tue, 25 Jun 2013 16:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/06/g8-summit-2013.aspxBirmingham Brief. G8 SummitDavid DunnInternational politicsWeighing up the real value of the G8 summithttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/06/g8-summit-2013.aspx
It is easy to be cynical over the value of summits such as the G8 meeting recently concluded in Northern Ireland. After all, this year's meeting was preceded by the erection of fake shop fronts in Northern Ireland to disguise empty businesses, and when Birmingham played host in 1998 the city council sprayed the grass verges green.Tue, 25 Jun 2013 16:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/06/g8-summit-2013.aspxBirmingham Brief. G8 SummitDavid DunnInternational politicsSchool of Dentistry launches distance-learning MSc in Advanced General Dental Practicehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/03/advanced-general-dental-practice-launch.aspx
The School of Dentistry is proud to announce the launch of its distance-learning MSc in Advanced General Dental Practice.Mon, 24 Jun 2013 10:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/mds/news/2013/03/advanced-general-dental-practice-launch.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesVirtual world to help relieve patients' painhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/21-June-Virtual-world-to-help-relieve-patients-pain.aspx
Researchers in Birmingham are hoping to use the hi-tech world of virtual reality in a bid to relieve the pain of hospital patients.Mon, 24 Jun 2013 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/21-June-Virtual-world-to-help-relieve-patients-pain.aspxBob StoneBirmingham Health PartnersVirtual Realityx9mds323epsNew article by Dr Catherine Smithhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/smith-ijcl.aspx
ITSEE Research Fellow Catherine Smith has a new open-access article in the International Journal of Corpus Linguistics.Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/smith-ijcl.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeITSEEx9artsandlawx9calgsbroadcastCorpus LinguisticsdickensMedieval leprosy genomes reveal insights into the history of the diseasehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/12-Jun-13-Medieval-leprosy-genomes-reveal-insights-into-the-history-of-the-disease.aspx
An international team led by the University of Tübingen and Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, including scientists at the University of Birmingham (UK), have found that the leprosy bacillus has not changed dramatically during the past millennium, according to research published today (13 June 2013) in the journal Science.Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/12-Jun-13-Medieval-leprosy-genomes-reveal-insights-into-the-history-of-the-disease.aspxleprosyleprosy bacillusSchool of BiosciencesProfessor David E MinnikinindiaCosmic giants shed new light on dark matterhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/13-Jun-13-Cosmic-giants-shed-new-light-on-dark-matter.aspx
Astronomers at the University of Birmingham, Academica Sinica in Taiwan, and the Kavli Institute of Physics and Mathematics of the Universe in Japan, have found new evidence that the mysterious dark matter that pervades our universe behaves as predicted by the 'cold dark matter' theory known as 'CDM'.Thu, 13 Jun 2013 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/13-Jun-13-Cosmic-giants-shed-new-light-on-dark-matter.aspx323epsnewsphysicsscience technologyUniversity of Birmingham launches the UK's first institute researching Superdiversityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/11-06-13University-of-Birmingham-launches-the-UKs-first-institute-researching-Superdiversity.aspx
Tue, 11 Jun 2013 08:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/11-06-13University-of-Birmingham-launches-the-UKs-first-institute-researching-Superdiversity.aspxEnzyme could be the key to aiding wound healing in diabetic and elderly peoplehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/3-June-Enzyme-could-be-the-key-to-aiding-wound-healing-in-diabetic-and-elderly-people.aspx
Blocking a crucial enzyme which produces the stress hormone cortisol could lead to improved wound healing. This would be beneficial for patients with diabetes-associated ulcers', elderly patients who have undergone surgery, or those treated for burns, which would help to prevent infection and in some cases amputation, according to new research from the University of Birmingham.Wed, 05 Jun 2013 12:07:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/3-June-Enzyme-could-be-the-key-to-aiding-wound-healing-in-diabetic-and-elderly-people.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesStudy confirms long term benefits of tamoxifenhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/3-Jun-Study-confirms-long-term-benefits-of-tamoxifen.aspx
Taking tamoxifen for 10 rather than five years halves the risk of women dying from the most common kind of breast cancer, according to new research being presented at this year's ASCO conferenceMon, 03 Jun 2013 13:27:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/3-Jun-Study-confirms-long-term-benefits-of-tamoxifen.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesRobots, dancers, and dinosaurs make their way to this year's University Community Dayhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/3-Jun-Robots,-dancers,-and-dinosaurs-make-their-way-to-this-years-University-Community-Day.aspx
The University of Birmingham is throwing open its doors next weekend to welcome the public to its annual Community Day on Sunday 9 June.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 11:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/3-Jun-Robots,-dancers,-and-dinosaurs-make-their-way-to-this-years-University-Community-Day.aspxCommunity DayHydrogen bargex9mds323epsU21 joint PhD with Aucklandhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/u21-phd.aspx
Megan Schlotjes was the first University of Birmingham and University of Auckland recipient of a tailor-made PhD, supported by Universitas 21. A fantastic academic and personal experience that "added significant value to my research and its outputs", and helped secure Megan a job at the World Bank.Thu, 23 May 2013 16:09:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/u21-phd.aspxEPSEngineering and Physical SciencesEECEU21Universitas 21Read around the world with Birmingham at Hayhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/Read-around-the-world-with-Birmingham-at-Hay.aspx
From the world's oldest Bible, via the meaning of Hamlet's 'To be or not to be' soliloquy, to the burgeoning popularity of mass reading events; the past, present and future of literature come together in the University of Birmingham's exciting line-up of lectures at this year's Hay Festival.Wed, 22 May 2013 17:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/Read-around-the-world-with-Birmingham-at-Hay.aspxDASA celebrates African newspapershttp://www.vanguardngr.com/2013/05/dasa-cwas-celebrates-african-newspapers/
Dr Rotimi Fasan has writen an article about his experience as a Cadbury Fellow for the Vanguard Nigerian newspaper.Wed, 22 May 2013 14:38:00 GMThttp://www.vanguardngr.com/2013/05/dasa-cwas-celebrates-african-newspapers/x9dasax9historyculturesx9artsandlawx9africahubvanguard newspaperNew e-voting system to flag up coercionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/21-May-13-New-e-voting-system-to-flag-up-coercion.aspx
SAN FRANCISCO – University of Birmingham (UK) computer scientists have devised an e-voting system that can identify and monitor any votes that could have taken place under coercion, they announced at the IEEE Symposium on Security & Privacy on 21 May 2013.Tue, 21 May 2013 22:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/21-May-13-New-e-voting-system-to-flag-up-coercion.aspx323epse-votingStudent profile: Jose Van Oosten, MSc International Developmenthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/teaching/student-profiles/postgraduate/idd/2012-13/jose-van-oosten-msc-idd.aspx
I chose to study at Birmingham because for me it offered a great balance between being at the heart of a dynamic city, having a really large campus, a really large university with lots of activities, the politics department which I'm involved in is in the top ten of the country and of course, Birmingham is in the top three of the British University sports rankings, which is a big seller for me.Tue, 21 May 2013 16:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/teaching/student-profiles/postgraduate/idd/2012-13/jose-van-oosten-msc-idd.aspxgovsocstudentnewsalumninewsiddinternational development departmentNew Masters degree: MSc Global Cooperation and Securityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/taught/govsoc/global-cooperation-security.aspx
This exciting degree programme is offered exclusively through the Institute for Conflict, Cooperation and Security (ICCS), comprised of a number of leading scholars in the field of security who regularly produce cutting edge, internationally renowned research.Tue, 21 May 2013 08:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/taught/govsoc/global-cooperation-security.aspxGlobal Cooperation and Security MScICCSInstitute for ConflictCooperation and SecurityTheories of Global CooperationGlobal Cooperation in PracticeTransforming Conflict in Global PoliticsmastersPostgraduateinternationalconflict transformationgovsocstudentnewsalumninewsinstitute of local government studiesINLOGOVPOLSISDepartment of Political Science and International Studiesiddinternational development departmentSalt consumption in India: the need for data to initiate population-based prevention effortshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/17May-Salt-consumption-in-India-the-need-for-data-to-initiate-population-based-prevention-efforts.aspx
International researchers are studying the salt intake of Indian adults to provide vital new data to aid the development of a national salt reduction strategy.Fri, 17 May 2013 10:18:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/17May-Salt-consumption-in-India-the-need-for-data-to-initiate-population-based-prevention-efforts.aspxindiasaltDelhiharyanaphfix9mdsBirmingham joins 'The Conversation' as founding partnerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/16May-Birmingham-joins-The-Conversation-as-founding-partner.aspx
The University of Birmingham has committed support to a new independent news and commentary website produced by academics and journalists, which launches in the UK today.Thu, 16 May 2013 16:46:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/16May-Birmingham-joins-The-Conversation-as-founding-partner.aspxpublic engagementThe Conversationx9mds323epsItaly's new left-right government: not the 'normalisation' of the country's politics as yet...http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/05/09-05-13Italys-new-left-right-government-not-the-normalisation-of-the-countrys-politics-as-yet.aspx
Mon, 13 May 2013 10:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/05/09-05-13Italys-new-left-right-government-not-the-normalisation-of-the-countrys-politics-as-yet.aspxItaly's new left-right government: not the 'normalisation' of the country's politics as yet...http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/05/09-05-13Italys-new-left-right-government-not-the-normalisation-of-the-countrys-politics-as-yet.aspx
Thu, 09 May 2013 16:21:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/05/09-05-13Italys-new-left-right-government-not-the-normalisation-of-the-countrys-politics-as-yet.aspxHSMC academics at international conferenceshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/social-policy/departments/health-services-management-centre/news/2013/05/international-conferences.aspx
HSMC, with colleagues from the wider School and University, had a strong presence at the recent meeting of the International Research Society for Public Management, in PragueWed, 08 May 2013 08:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/social-policy/departments/health-services-management-centre/news/2013/05/international-conferences.aspxhsmcinternational conferencesinternationalBirmingham joins the world's largest nuclear physics research facilityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/03-May-13-Birmingham-joins-the-worlds-largest-nuclear-physics-research-facility.aspx
Researchers from Birmingham will have access to the most impressive and advanced nuclear physics research facility in the world as the UK has today officially become part of a €1.6 billion* international project that will become to nuclear physics what CERN is to particle physics.Fri, 03 May 2013 01:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/03-May-13-Birmingham-joins-the-worlds-largest-nuclear-physics-research-facility.aspxCERNphysicsnuclear physicsindia323epsnewsphysicsscience technologyBig Data for Development: Mobile phone data could be used to prevent the spread of epidemics in developing countrieshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/02-May-13-Big-Data-for-Development-Mobile-phone-data-could-be-used-to-prevent-the-spread-of-epidemics-in-developing-countries.aspx
BOSTON - Computer scientists at the University of Birmingham have devised a new set of models, using mobile phone data, for studying the geographic evolution of country-wide epidemics and for understanding and planning the diffusion of information among the population to advise on strategies to avoid spreading the infection further.Thu, 02 May 2013 11:17:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/02-May-13-Big-Data-for-Development-Mobile-phone-data-could-be-used-to-prevent-the-spread-of-epidemics-in-developing-countries.aspx323epsDoing Business in India – The University of Birmingham hosts an event to highlight opportunities for bilateral tradehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/doing-business-in-india.aspx
On Thursday 25th April a collaborative event with The Confederation of Indian Industry, UK Trade and Investment and the University of Birmingham examined the current environment for 'doing business in India'.Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:55:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/doing-business-in-india.aspxindiabusinessUKTICIIBusiness SchoolUniversity of Birmingham strengthens its top 20 league table positionhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-strengthens-top-20-league-table-position.aspx
The University of Birmingham has been ranked 11th place in the Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2013 and 17th out of 124 UK universities in The Complete University Guide for 2014 published today, 29th April 2013.Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:35:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-strengthens-top-20-league-table-position.aspxindiax9mdsEESE students win IET awardshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/iet-awards.aspx
Two students from the School of EESE have picked up awards at an event organised and sponsored by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) Midland Power Group. Click on to read interviews with the winners, as well as view their winning posters.Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:11:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/iet-awards.aspxEPSEngineering and Physical SciencesEECEIET awardsEESEHow the RWE npower Energy Challenge helped one graduate—and how it could help youhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/npower.aspx
Graduate engineer at RWE Generation SE, Andrew Baines, discusses how the RWE npower Energy Challenge helped him, and could help you.Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:11:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/npower.aspxEPSEngineering and Physical SciencesEngineering and Physical Sciences alumnialumniA year at CERNhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/cern-1.aspx
Kevin Sperin, MEng Electrical and Energy Engineering, is currently undertaking a 12 month technical student placement at the European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN) in Switzerland. "To me, CERN represents the very pinnacle of science in the world and to have the opportunity to work for such an organisation is a dream come true."Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/university/colleges/eps/news/student/cern-1.aspxCERNStudent newsEPSEngineering and Physical Sciencesstudent placementChemical EngineeringPhysics and AstronomyNew Deputy Director for International Linkshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/globalethics/news/2013/deputy-director.aspx
Dr Lou Cabrera joins the Centre as the Deputy Director for International Links.Wed, 24 Apr 2013 09:09:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/globalethics/news/2013/deputy-director.aspxx9globalethicsx9artsandlawx9philosophyx9ptrDiscovering the gender of an unborn baby and giving him or her a name, may help fathers bond with their offspring.http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/Discovering-the-gender-of-an-unborn-baby-and-giving-him-or-her-a-name-may-help-fathers-bond-with-their-offspring-new-research-shows.aspx
Dads who find out the sex of their unborn child and give him or her a name may find it easier to connect emotionally with their baby, a study conducted at the University of Birmingham has found.Wed, 24 Apr 2013 08:59:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/Discovering-the-gender-of-an-unborn-baby-and-giving-him-or-her-a-name-may-help-fathers-bond-with-their-offspring-new-research-shows.aspxJonathan IvesFatherhoodCollege of Social Sciencesx9mdsCalculation and Miscalculation on the Korean Peninsulahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/04/Calculation-and-Miscalculation-on-the-Korean-Peninsula.aspx
While it is sometimes tempting to see the regime of Kim Jong-eun as superficially comical, with its extravagant uniforms, dynastic worship and wild rhetoric, it is also important not to underestimate the serious risk of miscalculation and military escalation inherent within the current crisis. While there are many aspects of the present situation that are familiar to observers of the hermit state, there are also enough differences to give concern that this manufactured crisis could end differently.Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/2013/04/Calculation-and-Miscalculation-on-the-Korean-Peninsula.aspxgovsocresearchnewsalumninewsDr David DunnPOLSISDepartment of Political Science and International Studiesbirmingham briefUK-China collaboration to establish new computational resources for metabolomicshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2013/19Apr-Collaboration-to-establish-new-computational-resources-for-metabolomics.aspx
A partnership between the University of Birmingham, BGI, the world's largest genomics organisation, and its open-access journal, GigaScience, has received funding from the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) to develop a software platform for the analysis of large-scale environmental metabolomics data.Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/biosciences/news/2013/19Apr-Collaboration-to-establish-new-computational-resources-for-metabolomics.aspxmetabolomicschinaBGINERCUK-China collaboration to establish new computational resources for metabolomicshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/19Apr-Collaboration-to-establish-new-computational-resources-for-metabolomics.aspx
A partnership between the University of Birmingham, BGI, the world's largest genomics organisation, and its open-access journal, GigaScience, has received funding from the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) to develop a software platform for the analysis of large-scale environmental metabolomics data.Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/19Apr-Collaboration-to-establish-new-computational-resources-for-metabolomics.aspxmetabolomicschinaBGINERCChina InstituteInternationalising higher education: European academy underway at University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/16Apr-Internationalising-higher-education-European-academy-underway-at-University-of-Birmingham.aspx
More than 120 higher education professionals from over 20 countries are convening at the University of Birmingham this week for the European Association for International Education (EAIE) Spring Academy.Tue, 16 Apr 2013 12:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/16Apr-Internationalising-higher-education-European-academy-underway-at-University-of-Birmingham.aspxInternationalRust, Regeneration and Romance - registration now availablehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2012/rust-regen-romance.aspx
Conference is Rust, Regeneration and Romance: Iron and Steel Landscapes and Culture, 10-14 July 2013, Ironbridge, UKFri, 12 Apr 2013 16:37:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/ironbridge/news/2012/rust-regen-romance.aspxx9iaax9ironbridgeUniversity of BirminghamconferenceIronbridge InstituteresearchculturalheritageIronsteelrustregenerationromancex9artsandlawRadio broadcast by Dr Christina Kreineckerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/kreinecker-broadcast.aspx
ITSEE Research Fellow Christina Kreinecker participates in a radio programme on the Passion Narratives on Austrian National Radio broadcast in Holy Week 2013.Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:57:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/itsee/news/2013/kreinecker-broadcast.aspxx9theologyandreligionx9ptrx9itseeITSEEx9artsandlawx9calgskreineckerbroadcastnew testamentUniversity launches new institute to address biggest issues facing societyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-launches-new-institute-to-address-biggest-issues-facing-society.aspx
250 years after the creation of the Lunar Society, which brought together leading industrialists, academics and philosophers to debate the biggest issues affecting society, the University of Birmingham is launching an Institute of Advanced Studies with a similar remit.Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-launches-new-institute-to-address-biggest-issues-facing-society.aspxresearchInstitute of Advanced Studiesregenerationx9mds323epsSerascience launches world's first point-of-care diagnostic device for multiple myelomahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/Serascience-launches-worlds-first-point-of-care-diagnostic-device-for-multiple-myeloma-.aspx
Fri, 05 Apr 2013 17:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/Serascience-launches-worlds-first-point-of-care-diagnostic-device-for-multiple-myeloma-.aspx'Urgent need to improve international access to autism resources and training', say Birmingham expertshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/28MarUrgent-need-to-improve-international-access-to-autism-resources-and-training,-say-Birmingham-experts.aspx
As World Autism Day approaches (2 April) the Autism Centre for Education and Research (ACER) at the University of Birmingham plans to extend its work to provide international training resources, strategies and programmes for practitioners and carers in different countries around the world.Thu, 28 Mar 2013 23:42:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/28MarUrgent-need-to-improve-international-access-to-autism-resources-and-training,-say-Birmingham-experts.aspxautismindiatraining and resourcesACERResearch shows that Summer melt season is getting longer on the Antarctic Peninsulahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2013/27Mar13-summer-melt-season.aspx
New research from the Antarctic Peninsula published in the Journal of Geophysical Research shows that the summer melt season has been getting longer over the last 60 years.Thu, 28 Mar 2013 10:04:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2013/27Mar13-summer-melt-season.aspxAntarctic peninsulaweather stationsMeltingMark BarrandNick BarrandNicholas BarrandbarrandResearch shows that Summer melt season is getting longer on the Antarctic Peninsulahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/geosystems/news-events/2013/27Mar13-summer-melt-season.aspx
New research from the Antarctic Peninsula published in the Journal of Geophysical Research shows that the summer melt season has been getting longer over the last 60 years.Wed, 27 Mar 2013 16:55:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/activity/geosystems/news-events/2013/27Mar13-summer-melt-season.aspxAntarctic peninsulaweather stationsMeltingMark BarrandNick BarrandNicholas Barrandbarrandgeosystems-newsSummer melt season is getting longer on the Antarctic Peninsula, new research showshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/27Mar-Summer-melt-season-is-getting-longer-on-the-Antarctic-Peninsula,-new-research-shows.aspx
New research from the Antarctic Peninsula published in the Journal of Geophysical Research shows that the summer melt season has been getting longer over the last 60 years. Dr Nick Barrand from the University of Birmingham led an analysis of data from 30 weather stations on the Antarctic Peninsula – a mountainous region extending northwards towards South America.Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/27Mar-Summer-melt-season-is-getting-longer-on-the-Antarctic-Peninsula,-new-research-shows.aspxAntarctic peninsulaweather stationsMeltingMark BarrandShow your support for autism by wearing bluehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/03/26Mar-Show-your-support-for-autism-by-wearing-blue.aspx
More than one in 100 children are on the autism spectrum. This World Autism Awareness Day (Tuesday 2 April), you can help us give every child the best possible start in life with support for our groundbreaking research and wearing blue.Tue, 26 Mar 2013 15:09:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/03/26Mar-Show-your-support-for-autism-by-wearing-blue.aspxautismOld Joeclock towerwear blueACERUniversity of Birmingham Spinout Company is developing a novel drug for the treatment of Glaucomahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/University-of-Birmingham-Spinout-Company-is-developing-a-novel-drug-for-the-treatment-of-Glaucoma.aspx
Scientists at the University of Birmingham have received funding from the Technology Strategy Board, the UK's innovation agency, to develop a novel multi action siRNA drug with proven neuroprotective and neuroregenerative activity to treat Glaucoma.Mon, 25 Mar 2013 15:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/University-of-Birmingham-Spinout-Company-is-developing-a-novel-drug-for-the-treatment-of-Glaucoma.aspxglaucomasiRNANeuregenix Ltdx9mdsUniversity of Birmingham Spinout Company is developing a novel drug for the treatment of Glaucomahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news2/University-of-Birmingham-Spinout-Company-is-developing-a-novel-drug-for-the-treatment-of-Glaucoma.aspx
Scientists at the University of Birmingham have received funding from the Technology Strategy Board, the UK's innovation agency, to develop a novel multi action siRNA drug with proven neuroprotective and neuroregenerative activity to treat Glaucoma.Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:14:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news2/University-of-Birmingham-Spinout-Company-is-developing-a-novel-drug-for-the-treatment-of-Glaucoma.aspxTechnology Strategy BoardglaucomaspinoutAnn LoganUniverisity of BirminghamUniversity of Birmingham Spinout Company is developing a novel drug for the treatment of Glaucomahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/UofB-Spinout-developing-treatment-of-Glaucoma.aspx
Scientists at the University of Birmingham have received funding from the Technology Strategy Board, the UK's innovation agency, to develop a novel multi action siRNA drug with proven neuroprotective and neuroregenerative activity to treat Glaucoma.Wed, 20 Mar 2013 09:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/UofB-Spinout-developing-treatment-of-Glaucoma.aspxTechnology Strategy BoardglaucomaspinoutAnn LoganUniverisity of BirminghamProspective joint clinical trials centre tops agenda for latest Sun Yat-Sen visithttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/15Mar-Prospective-joint-clinical-trials-centre-tops-agenda-for-latest-Sun-Yat-Sen-visit.aspx
The creation of a new joint clinical trials unit based in Guangzhou's largest hospital is under discussion as its President visits the University of Birmingham this week.Fri, 15 Mar 2013 09:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/15Mar-Prospective-joint-clinical-trials-centre-tops-agenda-for-latest-Sun-Yat-Sen-visit.aspxGuangzhouclinical trialsSun Yat-Senhealthx9mdsMedical Quarter launch at health summithttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/14-Mar-Medical-Quarter-launch-at-health-summit.aspx
Experts from Birmingham Health Partners will be among the high-profile speakers at the inaugural Life Science Summit in Birmingham on March 18 and 19.Thu, 14 Mar 2013 17:12:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/14-Mar-Medical-Quarter-launch-at-health-summit.aspxBirmingham Health Partnersuniversity hospitals birminghamCharles Craddockx9mdsCall to action on antibiotic resistancehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/antibiotic-resistance.aspx
The Government's Chief Medical Officer Professor Dame Sally Davies has this week warned that the spectre of antibiotic resistance should be ranked alongside terrorism and climate change in terms of potential risk to the nation.Laura Piddock, Professor of Microbiology at Birmingham, has been campaigning to raise public awareness of this issueTue, 12 Mar 2013 10:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/antibiotic-resistance.aspxx9mdsBusiness School Alumna Who Turns Iconic Venues into Phenomenal Catwalks Launches Internship Programmehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/march/business-school-alumna-who-turns-iconic-venues-into-phenomenal-catwalks-launches-internship-programme.aspx
After being the first to host a catwalk show on top of London's Tower Bridge and gaining a reputation as one of the most unique fashion show organisers in the world, Birmingham Business School Alumna Jessica Minh Anh has now started her own internship programme.Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/marketing/news/2013/march/business-school-alumna-who-turns-iconic-venues-into-phenomenal-catwalks-launches-internship-programme.aspxMarketing CommunicationsMSc Marketing and Communicationsbirmingham business schoolbirmingham business school alumniBirmingham Business School mscalumnimarketingUniversity launches bold new initiative to attract brightest studentshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/8-Mar-University-launches-bold-new-initiative-to-attract-brightest-students.aspx
The University of Birmingham has launched a bold and innovative new initiative to attract the very brightest students by making unconditional offers to a targeted group of high performing applicants.Fri, 08 Mar 2013 15:45:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/8-Mar-University-launches-bold-new-initiative-to-attract-brightest-students.aspxRoderick Smithx9mds323epsVisiting pasts, developing futures: international conference explores relationships between tourism and cultural heritagehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/8-Mar-Visiting-pasts,-developing-futures.aspx
Academics and professionals working in the fields of heritage and tourism from across the world will convene in Taipei, Taiwan this spring for a five-day conference focusing on the changing ways in which cultural heritage is used, represented and interpreted within the development of international tourism.Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/8-Mar-Visiting-pasts,-developing-futures.aspxIronbridge InstituteMike RobinsonChair of Cultural Heritage and Directortaiwanx9artsandlawx9iaax9ironbridgePsiOxus Therapeutics Completes Patient Enrollment for Phase II Wasting Disease Therapeutic MT-102http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/PsiOxus-Completes-Enrollment.aspx
PsiOxus Therapeutics, Ltd. (PsiOxus), a development stage biotechnology company, has completed patient enrollment for its Phase II clinical trial to study MT-102, a small molecule therapeutic for the treatment of cancer cachexia.Mon, 04 Mar 2013 08:59:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/PsiOxus-Completes-Enrollment.aspxPsiOxus TherapeuticsInternational collaboration maphttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/social-policy/news/2013/03/collaboration-map.aspx
The School of Social Policy within the College of Social Sciences is proud of its extensive links with universities and other strategic partners throughout the world. Take a look at our collaboration map and our network of global partnerships.Fri, 01 Mar 2013 09:13:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/social-policy/news/2013/03/collaboration-map.aspxNew guidance urges improved reporting of important outcomes for patients in trials publicationshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/27-Feb-New-guidance-urges-improved-reporting-of-important-outcomes-for-patients-in-trials-publications.aspx
Clinical trials provide us with the best evidence to guide patient treatment and inform health policy. Yet, crucial information, on outcomes reported directly by patients such as their quality of life, is often left out of clinical trial publications, according to international researchers.Thu, 28 Feb 2013 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/27-Feb-New-guidance-urges-improved-reporting-of-important-outcomes-for-patients-in-trials-publications.aspxPatient Reported OutcomesMelanie Calvertx9mdsUniversity's historic clock tower turns red for Cure Leukaemiahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/27-Feb-Universitys-historic-clock-tower-turns-red-for-Cure-Leukaemia.aspx
The University of Birmingham's historic clock tower (Old Joe) will be illuminated in red light this Thursday for Cure Leukaemia. Marking the end of the West Midlands Red Alert Appeal in partnership with BBC Radio WM 95.6 raising money for Cure Leukaemia, the University's 110 metre high clock tower will be one of a number of iconic buildings in the city to turn red for the campaign on 28 February 2013.Wed, 27 Feb 2013 14:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/27-Feb-Universitys-historic-clock-tower-turns-red-for-Cure-Leukaemia.aspxclock towerleukaemiaCure LeukaemiaCharles CraddockPamela KearnsSchool of Cancer SciencesCentre for Clinical HaematologyBirmingham, Delhi and Yale to establish global justice programmehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/27FebBirmingham-and-Yale-to-establish-global-justice-programme-in-India.aspx
The University of Birmingham is joining forces with Yale and Delhi to support the development of a pioneering global justice programme in India.Wed, 27 Feb 2013 08:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/27FebBirmingham-and-Yale-to-establish-global-justice-programme-in-India.aspxindiaDelhiYaleCabreraglobal justiceSerascience Ltd shortlisted for Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards 2013http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/Serascience-Ltd-shortlisted-for-Medilink-UK-Healthcare-Business-Awards-2013-.aspx
Having been awarded best start-up at the 2012 Medilink West Midlands Healthcare Business Awards in December, the list of acalades for Serascience could continue to grow following the recent announcement that the company has now been shortlisted for the Medilink UK Awards.Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:22:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/Serascience-Ltd-shortlisted-for-Medilink-UK-Healthcare-Business-Awards-2013-.aspxMedilinkSerasciencemedicalDrop in new drugs output 'a myth'http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/drugs-output.aspx
The widely held belief that the UK supply of innovative new medicines has conspicuously dwindled in recent decades, is not borne out by the evidence, reveals research by the University of Birmingham published in the online journal BMJ Open.Mon, 25 Feb 2013 12:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/drugs-output.aspxDrop in new drugs output 'a myth'http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/drugs-output.aspx
The widely held belief that the UK supply of innovative new medicines has conspicuously dwindled in recent decades, is not borne out by the evidence, reveals research by the University of Birmingham published in the online journal BMJ Open.Mon, 25 Feb 2013 11:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/drugs-output.aspxx9mdsUniversity of Birmingham in Guangzhou to develop next steps for strategic partnershiphttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/25Feb-University-of-Birmingham-in-Guangzhou-to-develop-next-steps-for-strategic-partnership-.aspx
Senior representatives from the University of Birmingham are visiting Guangzhou this week to enhance the institution's extensive links with partners in the region.Mon, 25 Feb 2013 07:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/25Feb-University-of-Birmingham-in-Guangzhou-to-develop-next-steps-for-strategic-partnership-.aspxGuangzhouresearch projectsRichard WilliamschinaEdward Peckx9mds323epsPharmacy investment prescribed for Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/02/Pharmacy-investment-prescribed-for-Birmingham.aspx
A brand-new Pharmacy programme, launching this autumn, is set to play a key part in the College of Medical and Dental Science's research and teaching agenda.Fri, 22 Feb 2013 13:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/02/Pharmacy-investment-prescribed-for-Birmingham.aspxmedical and dental sciencesx9mdsUK-India project set to enhance talent in atomic physics researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/20Feb-UK-India-project-set-to-enhance-talent-in-atomic-physics-research.aspx
A new partnership between Indian and UK scientists to develop talent and innovation in a progressive branch of atomic physics is now underway.Wed, 20 Feb 2013 09:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/20Feb-UK-India-project-set-to-enhance-talent-in-atomic-physics-research.aspxUltra-Cold Atomsindiakai bongspuneAtomic PhysicsTalentresearchknowledge transfer323epsnewsphysicsscience technologyUniversity of Birmingham runs 'Meet the Scientist' at Thinktankhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/19-Feb-University-of-Birmingham-runs-Meet-the-Scientist-at-Thinktank.aspx
University of Birmingham students will run a one-off event at the Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum this week for families to 'meet the scientist' during the half term break. Enthusiastic young scientists are invited to visit Thinktank for fun hands-on activities with professional scientists.Tue, 19 Feb 2013 15:14:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/19-Feb-University-of-Birmingham-runs-Meet-the-Scientist-at-Thinktank.aspxCentre for Physical Sciences of Imaging in the Biomedical SciencesThinktankDr Hamid DehghaniSchool of Computer Sciencesx9mds323epsOnline tool to improve perineal repairhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/19-Feb-Online-tool-to-improve-perineal-repair.aspx
Scientists at the Universities of Birmingham and Staffordshire have jointly led the development of an online training package to assist midwives and obstetricians to carry out medical procedures to help women who have sustained a perineal injury during childbirth.Tue, 19 Feb 2013 09:55:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/19-Feb-Online-tool-to-improve-perineal-repair.aspxPerineal injuryKhaled IsmailChristine Kettlex9mdsStudents Discuss Professor Al Roth's Lecture at the University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/february/students-discuss-professor-al-roths-lecture-at-the-university-of-birmingham.aspx
Students discuss Professor Al Roth's lecture at the University of Birmingham and how having guest speakers adds to the student experience.Fri, 15 Feb 2013 16:13:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/february/students-discuss-professor-al-roths-lecture-at-the-university-of-birmingham.aspxBusiness Schoolal rothEconomicsresearchbusiness-phdbusiness phddepartment of economicsAsk the Expert live chat with Dr Jo Morrishttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/02/Ask-the-Expert-live-chat-with-Dr-Jo-Morris.aspx
On Friday 8 February, Dr Jo Morris, Senior Lecturer in the School of Cancer Sciences took part in a live chat answering your questions about her breast cancer research. If you missed it, here is the full transcript from the event, including the questions Jo ran out of time to answer. The full storify recap can also be viewed here.Fri, 08 Feb 2013 17:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/02/Ask-the-Expert-live-chat-with-Dr-Jo-Morris.aspxBreast cancercancerlive chatask the expertBreast Cancer CampaignresearchtwitterMystery bleeding disorders could be unravelled by new research efforts at University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/8-Feb-Mystery-bleeding-disorders-could-be-unravelled-by-new-research-efforts-at-University-of-Birmingham.aspx
Platelet disorders are heavily underdiagnosed, little understood and cannot be cured. University of Birmingham researchers and the Birmingham Platelet Group are running a UK-wide clinical trial 'Genotyping and platelet phenotyping' (GAPP) (1) funded by the British Heart Foundation (BHF). The trial includes lab research by BHF-funded scientist Dr Yotis Senis in an effort to better identify patients and potentially to develop new treatments.Fri, 08 Feb 2013 10:53:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/8-Feb-Mystery-bleeding-disorders-could-be-unravelled-by-new-research-efforts-at-University-of-Birmingham.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesStudents convene in Delhi to explore international security challengeshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/7Feb-Students-convene-in-Delhi-to-explore-international-security-challenges-.aspx
The evolving international security agenda, with particular reference to South Asia, is the focus of an exciting joint module for students from the Universities of Delhi, Birmingham and Melbourne next week.Thu, 07 Feb 2013 15:55:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/7Feb-Students-convene-in-Delhi-to-explore-international-security-challenges-.aspxindiaDelhisecurityMelbourneNobel Prize Winner Professor Al Roth Guest Lectures at the University of Birminghamhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/february/nobel-prize-winner-professor-al-roth-guest-lectures-at-the-university-of-birmingham.aspx
The Department of Economics welcomed Nobel Prize winner Professor Al Roth to the University of Birmingham on 4th February 2013.Tue, 05 Feb 2013 16:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/departments/economics/news/2013/february/nobel-prize-winner-professor-al-roth-guest-lectures-at-the-university-of-birmingham.aspxbusiness-phddepartment of economicsEconomicsBusiness Schoolbusiness phdbusiness researchReseachBirmingham and Nottingham projects to strengthen UK-Brazil research linkshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/04Feb-Birmingham-and-Nottingham-projects-to-strengthen-UK-Brazil-research-links.aspx
The Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham have strengthened their collaborations with Brazilian institutions after securing funding for a number of country-specific research projects. Academics from both universities have won funding from the São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) to undertake research into priority areas spanning the sciences, social sciences and humanities.Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:22:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/04Feb-Birmingham-and-Nottingham-projects-to-strengthen-UK-Brazil-research-links.aspxBrazilFAPESPSao Pauloresearch projectsGroundbreaking clinical trial provides hope for thousands of menhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/01/Groundbreaking-research-provides-hope-for-millions-of-cancer-patients.aspx
Prostate cancer affects one in nine men in the UK, making it the most common cancer among the country's men. This World Cancer Day (Monday 4 February), you can help us to beat the disease with support for a pioneering clinical trial.Mon, 04 Feb 2013 00:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/01/Groundbreaking-research-provides-hope-for-millions-of-cancer-patients.aspxcancerBreast cancerprostate cancerbrain cancer in childrenx9mdsIndian alumnus makes shortlist for Man Booker International Prizehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/01/Man-Booker-International-Prize.aspx
University of Birmingham alumnus UR Ananthamurthy has been shortlisted for the fifth Man Booker International Prize which recognises one writer for his or her achievement in fiction.Thu, 31 Jan 2013 11:42:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/01/Man-Booker-International-Prize.aspxIndian alumnus makes shortlist for Man Booker International Prizehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/31Jan-Indian-alumnus-make-shortlist-for-Man-Booker-International-Prize.aspx
University of Birmingham alumnus UR Ananthamurthy has been shortlisted for the fifth Man Booker International Prize, which recognises one writer for his or her achievement in fiction.Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/31Jan-Indian-alumnus-make-shortlist-for-Man-Booker-International-Prize.aspxindiaAnanthamurthybooker prizex9edacsx9artsandlawx9englishliteraturex9englishUK and USA collaborate in airborne climate science projectshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/25-Jan-13-UK-and-USA-collaborate-in-airborne-climate-science-projects.aspx
Birmingham scientists are taking part in the first scientific collaboration of its kind, where British and American scientists are trading skills and expertise and are using an unmanned robotic aircraft to gather high altitude atmospheric data.Fri, 25 Jan 2013 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/25-Jan-13-UK-and-USA-collaborate-in-airborne-climate-science-projects.aspxAlgeria's long and complex battle against the Islamists, and its relationship with Mali, by Dr Berny Sèbehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/18-Jan-Algerias-long-and-complex-battle-against-the-Islamists,-and-its-relationship-with-Mali,-by-Dr-Berny-Sèbe.aspx
The hostage crisis on a BP oil base at Tiguentourine in Southern Algeria brings the issue of Islamist groups back to Algeria, where they developed in the early 1990s before the Algerian army routed them, forcing their relocation in Mali where ex-President Toumani Toure had the weakness to tolerate them.Fri, 18 Jan 2013 11:28:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/18-Jan-Algerias-long-and-complex-battle-against-the-Islamists,-and-its-relationship-with-Mali,-by-Dr-Berny-Sèbe.aspxBerny SèbeColonial and Postcolonial StudiesAlgeriaMaliUniversity of Birmingham scientists devise unique stroke assessment toolhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/University-of-Birmingham-scientists-devise-unique-stroke-assessment-tool-.aspx
Scientists at the University of Birmingham have devised a unique screening instrument that provides a 'one-stop' brain function profile of patients who have suffered stroke or other neurological damage.Thu, 17 Jan 2013 12:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/University-of-Birmingham-scientists-devise-unique-stroke-assessment-tool-.aspxstrokeCognitive ScreenDr Wai-Ling BickertonUniversity of Birmingham scientists devise unique stroke assessment toolhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news2/University-of-Birmingham-scientists-devise-unique-stroke-assessment-tool-.aspx
Scientists at the University of Birmingham have devised a unique screening instrument that provides a 'one-stop' brain function profile of patients who have suffered stroke or other neurological damage.Thu, 17 Jan 2013 08:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news2/University-of-Birmingham-scientists-devise-unique-stroke-assessment-tool-.aspxUniversity of BirminghamBirmingham Cognitive ScreenDr Wai-Ling BickertonUniversity of Birmingham scientists devise unique stroke assessment toolhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/16-jan-University-of-Birmingham-scientists-devise-unique-stroke-assessment-tool.aspx
Scientists at the University of Birmingham have devised a unique screening instrument that provides a 'one-stop' brain function profile of patients who have suffered stroke or other neurological damage.Wed, 16 Jan 2013 12:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/16-jan-University-of-Birmingham-scientists-devise-unique-stroke-assessment-tool.aspxDr Wai-Ling BickertonDana SamsonM. Jane RiddochBirmingham Cognitive ScreenBCosStroke Assessment toolx9mdsUniversity of Birmingham scientists devise unique stroke assessment toolhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/UofB-scientists-unique-stroke-tool.aspx
Scientists at the University of Birmingham have devised a unique screening instrument that provides a 'one-stop' brain function profile of patients who have suffered stroke or other neurological damage.Wed, 16 Jan 2013 09:46:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/UofB-scientists-unique-stroke-tool.aspxUniversity of BirminghamBirmingham Cognitive ScreenDr Wai-Ling BickertonInternational research study to shed light on sources of air-polluting dust in Indiahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2013/15Jan13-air-polluting-dust.aspx
A quantitative analysis of dust sources in Delhi by scientists from India, the UK and the USA will provide important new insight into how individual sources of air-borne matter contribute to the overall concentrations measured in the atmosphere.Tue, 15 Jan 2013 09:51:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gees/news/2013/15Jan13-air-polluting-dust.aspxDelhiindiadustAir pollutionpublic healthUKIERINevadaeh-newsInternational research study to shed light on sources of air-polluting dust in Indiahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/International-research-study-to-shed-light-on-sources-of-air-polluting-dust-in-India.aspx
A quantitative analysis of dust sources in Delhi by scientists from India, the UK and the USA will provide important new insight into how individual sources of air-borne matter contribute to the overall concentrations measured in the atmosphere.Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/International-research-study-to-shed-light-on-sources-of-air-polluting-dust-in-India.aspxDelhiindiadustAir pollutionpublic healthUKIERINevadaPutting an end to monthly miseryhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/coil-treatment.aspx
The hormone-releasing Mirena coil intrauterine device (IUD) is a better treatment for heavy periods than other conventional medical approaches, according to results of the world's biggest study into the problem, led by scientists from the Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham.Mon, 14 Jan 2013 11:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/coil-treatment.aspxperiodcoilMirena coil is best treatment for heavy periods, major trial showshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/11-jan-Mirena-coil-is-best-treatment-for-heavy-periods,-major-trial-shows.aspx
The hormone-releasing Mirena coil intrauterine device (IUD) is a better treatment for heavy menstrual periods than other conventional medical approaches, according to results of a major clinical trial led by scientists from the Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham.Fri, 11 Jan 2013 10:22:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/11-jan-Mirena-coil-is-best-treatment-for-heavy-periods,-major-trial-shows.aspxECLIPSE studyNew England Journal of MedicinemenorrhagiaMirena contraceptive coilJanesh GuptaJoe Kaix9mdsFertility expert awarded MBEhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/fertility-mbe.aspx
A Birmingham Women's Hospital and University of Birmingham scientist, who has dedicated his professional life to helping people affected by fertility problems, has received royal recognition for his work.Mon, 07 Jan 2013 12:13:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/fertility-mbe.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesChinese students hail "transformational" UK study experiencehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/17DecChinese-students-hail-transformational-UK-study-experience.aspx
Chinese students who have studied in the UK have seen a "profound transformational experience" in their personal and professional lives, according to research into the impact of studying abroad.Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/17DecChinese-students-hail-transformational-UK-study-experience.aspxchinaUK educationBritish educationSchweisfurthSchool of EducationChinese students hail "transformational" UK study experiencehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2012/12/chinese-students-study-experience.aspx
Chinese students who have studied in the UK have seen a "profound transformational experience" in their personal and professional lives, according to research into the impact of studying abroad.Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2012/12/chinese-students-study-experience.aspxchinaUK educationBritish educationSchweisfurthUK universities embrace the free, open, online future of higher educationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2012/12/free-open-online-future-of-higher-education.aspx
Students from the UK and around the world will have free access to some of the country's top universities thanks to FutureLearn Ltd, an entirely new company being launched by The Open University (OU). The universities of Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, East Anglia, Exeter, King's College London, Lancaster, Leeds, Southampton, St Andrews and Warwick have all signed up to join FutureLearn.Fri, 14 Dec 2012 15:31:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2012/12/free-open-online-future-of-higher-education.aspxSchool of EducationUK universities embrace the free, open, online future of higher educationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/december/free-open-online-future-of-higher-education.aspx
Students from the UK and around the world will have free access to some of the country's top universities thanks to FutureLearn Ltd, an entirely new company being launched by The Open University (OU). The universities of Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, East Anglia, Exeter, King's College London, Lancaster, Leeds, Southampton, St Andrews and Warwick have all signed up to join FutureLearn.Fri, 14 Dec 2012 15:21:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/december/free-open-online-future-of-higher-education.aspxUK universities embrace the free, open, online future of higher educationhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/UK-universities-embrace-the-free,-open,-online-future-of-higher-education-.aspx
Fri, 14 Dec 2012 12:20:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/UK-universities-embrace-the-free,-open,-online-future-of-higher-education-.aspxBrazilian Government and University embark on sports science partnershiphttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/14DecBrazilian-Government-and-University-embark-on-sports-science-partnership.aspx
The University of Birmingham has signed a sports science based agreement with the Brazilian Government this month. The collaboration between Brazil's Ministry of Sport and the University of Birmingham will see the two partners work together on a range of sports science initiatives.Fri, 14 Dec 2012 10:14:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/14DecBrazilian-Government-and-University-embark-on-sports-science-partnership.aspxBrazilsportministry of sportluis paulinoGuest Lecture from Nobel Prize Winner Announcedhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/december/guest-lecture-from-nobel-prize-winner-announced.aspx
Recent Nobel Prize Winner, Professor Al Roth provides an open, guest lecture for the University of Birmingham's College of Social Sciences on Monday 4th February 2013.Thu, 13 Dec 2012 11:59:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/december/guest-lecture-from-nobel-prize-winner-announced.aspxal rothEconomicsmarketingbusiness-phdMBAmba birmingham ukaccounting-financemanagementWorking towards breast cancer curehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/Incubator-urgently-needed-for-breast-cancer-cure.aspx
Breast cancer survival rates have improved by 30 per cent as a result of the pioneering research taking place at Birmingham and we need your help to enable us to continue making such life-saving advances.Thu, 13 Dec 2012 10:34:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/Incubator-urgently-needed-for-breast-cancer-cure.aspxBreast cancerJo MorrisfundraiseincubatorcellsmedicinedrugsUniversity of Birmingham launches new China Institutehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12Dec-University-of-Birmingham-launches-new-China-Institute-.aspx
The University of Birmingham's China Institute celebrates its official opening today in the presence of His Excellency Mr Liu Xiaoming, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the UK.Thu, 13 Dec 2012 04:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12Dec-University-of-Birmingham-launches-new-China-Institute-.aspxChina InstituteambassadorzhaoGeely Holdings ChinaBirmingham Guangzhou CentreCadbury Conference 2013: call for papersThe Centre of West African Studies at the University of Birmingham invites the submission of abstracts for the 2013 Cadbury Conference, on African newspapers, past and present.Wed, 12 Dec 2012 16:30:00 GMTx9calgsx9cwasx9historyx9x9historyandculturesx9artsandlawx9africahubThe rise, fall and return of Berlusconi: conference examines former Italian Prime Ministerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12-Dec-The-rise,-fall-and-return-of-Berlusconi-conference-examines-former-Italian-Prime-Minister.aspx
A one-day conference discussing the rise, fall and future of the notorious former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi will take place this week (Friday 14 December) at the University of Birmingham.Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:21:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12-Dec-The-rise,-fall-and-return-of-Berlusconi-conference-examines-former-Italian-Prime-Minister.aspxKeynote in Osogbohttp://www.punchng.com/feature/literary-punch/as-metaphor-merchants-head-for-osogbo/
Professor Karin Barber is the keynote speaker in an international conference on African poetry taking place in Osogbo, NigeriaTue, 11 Dec 2012 11:19:00 GMThttp://www.punchng.com/feature/literary-punch/as-metaphor-merchants-head-for-osogbo/x9cwasx9artsandlawx9historyculturesUniversity of Birmingham and IIM Kozhikode formalise linkshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/13-Dec-University-of-Birmingham-and-IIM-Kozhikode-formalise-links-.aspx
The University of Birmingham in the UK has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) in Kerala, India.Fri, 07 Dec 2012 11:05:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/13-Dec-University-of-Birmingham-and-IIM-Kozhikode-formalise-links-.aspxInternationalGuangzhou Delegation visithttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/history/news/2012/guangzhou.aspx
Professors Nicholas Crowson and Matthew Hilton recently presented their research to 20 delegates from the from Bureau of Civil Affairs of Guangzhou Municipality, ChinaThu, 06 Dec 2012 16:02:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/history/news/2012/guangzhou.aspxx9historyandculturesx9moderncontemporaryx9historyx9x9artsandlawx9historyculturesBirmingham medical professor becomes honorary citizen of Chinese cityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/6Dec-Birmingham-medical-professor-becomes-honorary-citizen-of-Chinese-city.aspx
The government of Guangzhou, one of the most important cities in mainland China, has named University of Birmingham Professor KK Cheng as an honorary citizen.Thu, 06 Dec 2012 15:06:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/6Dec-Birmingham-medical-professor-becomes-honorary-citizen-of-Chinese-city.aspxGuangzhouchinaKK ChengprofessorcitizenRobot buddies enter the classroomhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/Robot-buddies-enter-the-classroom.aspx
Robots have been helping researchers at the University improve social interaction and communication with autistic children in the school classroom.Wed, 05 Dec 2012 09:47:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/Robot-buddies-enter-the-classroom.aspxrobotsSchool of EducationresearchteachingThe Fireworks of Lifehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/December-The-Fireworks-of-Life.aspx
From aspiring Biochemist to organising the world's largest firework competition, one alumnus shares how University broadened his horizons.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 17:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/December-The-Fireworks-of-Life.aspxalumniFireworksBiochemistryMarketing and CommunicationsNew music building is opened in stylehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/New-music-building-is-opened-in-style.aspx
420 staff members, supporters and friends of the University gathered at the brand new Bramall Music Building at the end of November for a once-in-a-lifetime performance to officially open the state-of-the-art music facility.Mon, 03 Dec 2012 21:12:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/New-music-building-is-opened-in-style.aspxMusicBramall Music BuildingalumnieventHonorary Graduands for December 2012http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/3-Dec-Honorary-Graduands-for-December-2012-.aspx
President of Medecins Sans Frontiers in the UK and a two-time winter Olympian are amongst the honorary graduands joining over 3000 students at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies this week. Paul McMaster and Adam Pengilly will also join leading figures from the world of medicine, media, government and education to pick up their honorary degrees from the University's Great Hall between 5 – 7th December 2012.Mon, 03 Dec 2012 21:07:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/3-Dec-Honorary-Graduands-for-December-2012-.aspxgraduationAdam PengillyPaul McMasterLord Alan WatsonSarah CoxJose Narro RoblesChris BanksDr Djakhongir Saidov to act as Rapporteur on Conformity of Goods & Public Law Regulationshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2012/saidov-CISG-rapporteur.aspx
Birmingham Law School Senior Lecturer Dr Djakhongir Saidov has been invited to act as Rapporteur for the CISG Advisory Council on the issue of Conformity of Goods and Public Law Regulations.Fri, 30 Nov 2012 14:19:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/law/news/2012/saidov-CISG-rapporteur.aspxz-law-newsx9artsandlawPGA and University of Birmingham unveil new international golf degree programmehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/30NovPGA-and-University-of-Birmingham-unveil-new-international-golf-degree-programme.aspx
A new honours degree aimed at international students eager for a career in the golf industry has been launched by The Professional Golfers' Association (PGA) and the University of Birmingham.Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/30NovPGA-and-University-of-Birmingham-unveil-new-international-golf-degree-programme.aspxGolfchinafar eastasiaindiaPGAmartin tomssandy jonesPGA and University of Birmingham unveil new international golf degree programmehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2012/30NovPGA-and-University-of-Birmingham-unveil-new-international-golf-degree-programme.aspx
A new honours degree aimed at international students eager for a career in the golf industry has been launched by The Professional Golfers' Association (PGA) and the University of Birmingham.Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:49:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2012/30NovPGA-and-University-of-Birmingham-unveil-new-international-golf-degree-programme.aspxGolfchinafar eastasiaindiaPGAmartin tomssandy jonesSIM Graduation and Presentation 2012http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/november/sim-graduation-and-presentation-2012.aspx
November saw a number of senior academic faculty from University of Birmingham, and its Business School, fly out to Singapore to attend the graduation ceremonies of those students who studied Birmingham Business School's programmes at the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM).Wed, 28 Nov 2012 11:28:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/mba/news/2012/november/sim-graduation-and-presentation-2012.aspxSingaporesingapore institute of managementgraduationgraduatioLessons from London, the road to Rio: conference examines leveraging legacies of major sporting eventshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2012/26-Nov-Lessons-from-London,-the-road-to-Rio.aspx
International sports legacy experts will convene at the University of Birmingham this week to discuss the rationale behind hosting global mega-events and their lasting impact.Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/sport-exercise/news/2012/26-Nov-Lessons-from-London,-the-road-to-Rio.aspxlegacyolympicssportingsportmega-eventrationaleimpactrio de janeiroglobalWorld CupLessons from London, the road to Rio: conference examines leveraging legacies of major sporting eventshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/26-Nov-Lessons-from-London,-the-road-to-Rio-conference-examines-leveraging-legacies-of-major-sporting-events.aspx
International sports legacy experts will convene at the University of Birmingham this week to discuss the rationale behind hosting global mega-events and their lasting impact.Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/26-Nov-Lessons-from-London,-the-road-to-Rio-conference-examines-leveraging-legacies-of-major-sporting-events.aspxlegacyolympicssportingsportmega-eventrationaleimpactrio de janeiroglobalWorld CupUniversity expert spearheads campaign to boost antibiotic researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/11/16-Nov-University-expert-spearheads-campaign-to-boost-antibiotic-research-.aspx
A top UK microbiologist from the University is championing a major initiative calling for urgent new investment in antibiotic research.Fri, 16 Nov 2012 10:23:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/11/16-Nov-University-expert-spearheads-campaign-to-boost-antibiotic-research-.aspxantibiotic actionantibiotic resistancedrugscancermedicinehealthcaregovernmentBrazilian and UK scientists explore research partnerships to improve safe exploitation of oil and gashttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/12Nov-Brazilian-and-UK-scientists-explore-research-partnerships-to-improve-safe-exploitation-of-oil-and-gas.aspx
The safe exploitation of deep water oil heads the agenda at an international research workshop hosted by the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande de Norte (UFRN) in Natal, Brazil this week.Wed, 14 Nov 2012 11:15:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/12Nov-Brazilian-and-UK-scientists-explore-research-partnerships-to-improve-safe-exploitation-of-oil-and-gas.aspxBrazilOilGasnataltim restonsafe exploitationStudents rate UK as the safest place to studyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/november/students-rate-uk-as-the-safest-place-to-study-as-concerns-over-security-abroad-grow.aspx
Students worldwide believe the UK is the safest place to study, an international survey has found.Wed, 14 Nov 2012 10:43:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/business/news/2012/november/students-rate-uk-as-the-safest-place-to-study-as-concerns-over-security-abroad-grow.aspxstudentsBirmingham links up with prestigious Singapore school to offer University-level Music curriculum at secondary levelhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/lcahm/departments/music/news/2012/birmingham-singapore-music-curriculum.aspx
Music students from Raffles Academy in Singapore will have the opportunity to embark on the University of Birmingham's first-year undergraduate Music curriculum from 2013.Wed, 07 Nov 2012 16:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/lcahm/departments/music/news/2012/birmingham-singapore-music-curriculum.aspxx9musicx9lcahmx9artsandlawNew £3 million Midlands centre to tackle age related ill healthhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/new-3-million-midlands-centre-to-tackle-age-related-ill-health.aspx
Professor Richard Dawkins will officially launch a new £3 million Midlands centre today (7th November) to establish what goes wrong with our bones, joints, ligaments and muscles as we age, the neural and psychological changes that occur and how diet, exercise and other interventions could help prevent this age-related decline. The MRC-Arthritis Research UK Centre for Musculoskeletal Ageing Research is a partnership between the Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham, one of only two new national centres funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC) and Arthritis Research UK.Wed, 07 Nov 2012 14:59:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/new-3-million-midlands-centre-to-tackle-age-related-ill-health.aspxThe MRC-Arthritis Research UK Centre for Musculoskeletal Ageing Researchageingill-healthArthritisProfessor Richard Dawkinsmedical schoolProfessor Janet LordjointsThe University of NottinghamresearchcollaborationNeed help to develop an idea?http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/Need-help-to-develop-an-idea.aspx
The University of Birmingham is delighted to announce its new Innovation Voucher competition to help businesses develop and grow.Fri, 02 Nov 2012 14:33:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/partners/news/items/Need-help-to-develop-an-idea.aspxinnovationInnovation VoucherUniversity of BirminghamFrom lab bench to backbenchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/29Oct-MP-Pairing-Scheme-News-Release.aspx
University of Birmingham cancer scientist Dr Joanna Parish will be swapping her lab coat for legislation, when she visits MP Gisela Stuart at the House of Commons for a "Week in Westminster". Starting on Monday 29 October, it as part of a unique 'pairing' scheme run by the Royal Society – the UK's national academy of science.Tue, 30 Oct 2012 16:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/29Oct-MP-Pairing-Scheme-News-Release.aspxWounded – the emotional story of two soldiers fighting a century aparthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/wounded.aspx
As British military casualties continue to return from the war in Afghanistan, Wounded - an emotional new play by Jenny Stephens - tells the stories of two soldiers, fighting a century apart, but both coping with the aftermath of war. Informed by University research into Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, as well as military medical practice in modern conflicts and the First World War, this timely and heart-warming site-specific play takes place at the Territorial Army Field Hospital in Kings Heath, Birmingham from October 30 to November 10.Tue, 30 Oct 2012 11:50:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/wounded.aspxdramaWounded – the emotional story of two soldiers fighting a century aparthttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/29-Oct-Wounded-–-the-emotional-story-of-two-soldiers-fighting-a-century-apart.aspx
As British military casualties continue to return from the war in Afghanistan, Wounded - an emotional new play by Jenny Stephens - tells the stories of two soldiers, fighting a century apart, but both coping with the aftermath of war.Mon, 29 Oct 2012 16:18:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/29-Oct-Wounded-–-the-emotional-story-of-two-soldiers-fighting-a-century-apart.aspxMedical and Dental SciencesRecorded for posterity: University of Birmingham scans Chicago museum's future homehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/24Oct-Recorded-for-posterity-University-of-Birmingham-scans-Chicago-museums-future-home.aspx
The University of Birmingham has presented the National Public Housing Museum (NPHM) with a 3D laser scan of the Museum's future home in Chicago's west side.Wed, 24 Oct 2012 10:52:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/24Oct-Recorded-for-posterity-University-of-Birmingham-scans-Chicago-museums-future-home.aspxUSAChicagoNational Public Housing MuseumRichard ClayHenry Chapmanmalcolm pressKeith Mageelaser scanVirtual tourUniversity of Birmingham's historic clock tower wears it pink for Breast Cancer Campaignhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/23-Oct-University-of-Birminghams-historic-clock-tower-wears-it-pink-for-Breast-Cancer-Campaign.aspx
The 110 metre high clock tower joined a number of iconic buildings across the UK and Ireland turning pink as part of the 10th anniversary of the "Wear it Pink" day organised by the Breast Cancer Campaign.Tue, 23 Oct 2012 10:26:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/23-Oct-University-of-Birminghams-historic-clock-tower-wears-it-pink-for-Breast-Cancer-Campaign.aspxpaul mossSchool of Cancer SciencesJo MorrisClare DaviesBreast Cancer CampaignPink ScienceOld JoeWear it PinkHospital mortality rates unreliable - University of Birmingham researchhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/16-Oct-Hospital-mortality-rates-unreliable---University-of-Birmingham-research.aspx
A brand new study by the University of Birmingham suggests that the system used by the Government to inform key decisions about the performance of NHS hospitals is inadequate.Wed, 17 Oct 2012 10:38:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/16-Oct-Hospital-mortality-rates-unreliable---University-of-Birmingham-research.aspxRichard Lilfordmedical schoolhospital mortality ratesHospital mortality rates system 'inadequate'http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/mortality.aspx
A brand new study by the University of Birmingham suggests that the system used by the Government to inform key decisions about the performance of NHS hospitals is inadequate.Wed, 17 Oct 2012 10:26:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/our/news/items/mortality.aspxHospitalmortalityUniversity of Birmingham expands ties with US Midwest in latest visithttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/15-Oct-University-of-Birmingham-expands-ties-with-US-Midwest-in-latest-visit.aspx
Vice-Chancellor Professor David Eastwood will lead a delegation to Chicago this week as the University's links with the Midwest continue to grow.Mon, 15 Oct 2012 09:20:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/15-Oct-University-of-Birmingham-expands-ties-with-US-Midwest-in-latest-visit.aspxDavid EastwoodBritish Council Higher Education seriesDePaul UniversityBirmingham student celebrates prestigious award in the 2012 Queen's birthday honours listhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/9-Oct-Birmingham-student-celebrates-prestigious-award-in-the-2012-Queens-birthday-honours-list.aspx
Birmingham student, Sufyaan Patel, has been awarded Medalist of the Order of the British Empire (BEM) for voluntary work and services to the community.Mon, 15 Oct 2012 08:30:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/9-Oct-Birmingham-student-celebrates-prestigious-award-in-the-2012-Queens-birthday-honours-list.aspxNew research shows that GPs need to recognise occupational asthmahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/4-Oct-Occupational-Asthma-News-Release.aspx
A new report published today in the scientific journal, Occupational Medicine, finds that many people who develop work related asthma are not correctly diagnosed by GPs. Work related factors cause one in ten cases of asthma in adults but an audit of patient records suggests that GPs do not recognise this in three quarters of patients.Fri, 05 Oct 2012 10:25:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/4-Oct-Occupational-Asthma-News-Release.aspxUniversity of Birmingham sees impressive league table risehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2012/10/times-league-table.aspx
The University of Birmingham has been shortlisted as University of the Year in The Sunday Times University Guide 2013 and ranked at 13th overall in the UK, a rise of 12 placesFri, 28 Sep 2012 16:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/education/news/2012/10/times-league-table.aspxUniversity of Birmingham sees impressive league table risehttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/28SepTimes-League-Table-News-Release.aspx
The University of Birmingham has been shortlisted as University of the Year in The Sunday Times University Guide 2013 and ranked at 13th overall in the UK, a rise of 12 placesFri, 28 Sep 2012 16:58:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/28SepTimes-League-Table-News-Release.aspxindiaProgesterone test can predict viability of pregnancyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/28SepProgesterone-Test-News-Release.aspx
Measuring progesterone levels in women with pain or bleeding during early pregnancy is a useful way to help to discriminate between a viable and a non-viable pregnancy, according to research by University of Birmingham researchers published on bmj.com today The results suggest that a low level of progesterone in these women can rule out a viable pregnancy in the vast majority of cases.Fri, 28 Sep 2012 14:03:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/28SepProgesterone-Test-News-Release.aspxindiaBirmingham-Nottingham Strategic Collaboration Fund Launchedhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/27-SepBirmingham-Notting-Collaboration-Fund.aspx
Two leading Midlands universities, the University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham, are building on their recent landmark collaboration by launching a £400,000 fund to support new joint projects. The money will help to deliver new scientific breakthroughs and innovations as well as supporting a range of other initiatives, such as developing new approaches to teaching at the two universities.Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:17:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/27-SepBirmingham-Notting-Collaboration-Fund.aspxAwards expand horizonshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/10/October-Awards-expand-horizons.aspx
The first recipients of a new travel bursary have been helped to access unique opportunities, thanks to a donation made in memory of an outstanding engineer.Wed, 26 Sep 2012 10:04:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/10/October-Awards-expand-horizons.aspxscholarshipmaths and engineeringmathsBirmingham Fellow developing new treatment for breast cancerhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/10/Oct-Birmingham-Fellow-developing-new-treatment-for-breast-cancer.aspx
A researcher at the University is pioneering a new approach to breast cancer research, seeking to combat the increasing resistance to treatments of the disease that claims around 11,000 lives annually.Tue, 25 Sep 2012 10:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/10/Oct-Birmingham-Fellow-developing-new-treatment-for-breast-cancer.aspxCancer researchbitesizeGivingStudent development scholarship: My time in Kenyahttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/09/Student-development-scholarship-My-time-in-Kenya-.aspx
Thu, 20 Sep 2012 11:48:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/09/Student-development-scholarship-My-time-in-Kenya-.aspxPhysiotherapy beneficial for people with Parkinson's disease in the short termhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/19Sept-Physiotherapy-beneficial-for-people-with-Parkinsons-disease-in-the-short-term.aspx
Results from a systematic review and meta-analysis led by the University of Birmingham in the UK suggest that physiotherapy benefits people with Parkinson's disease in the short term (<3 months).Wed, 19 Sep 2012 16:12:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/19Sept-Physiotherapy-beneficial-for-people-with-Parkinsons-disease-in-the-short-term.aspxphysiotherapyParkinson’s DiseasePromising new drugs for Midland blood cancer patientshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/19Sept-Promising-new-drugs-for-Midland-blood-cancer-patients.aspx
Six new blood cancer clinical trials will open in Birmingham this year as part of the Trials Acceleration Programme (TAP), a new national trials network set up by the charity Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research to speed up access to life-saving drugs.Wed, 19 Sep 2012 11:29:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/19Sept-Promising-new-drugs-for-Midland-blood-cancer-patients.aspxLeukaemia & Lymphomaclinical trialsblood cancerAlta Bioscience wins £100,000 grant from Birmingham Post Business Growth Fundhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/Alta-Bioscience-wins-grant.aspx
Alta Bioscience Ltd, a specialist contract manufacturing and analysis organization, is pleased to announce that it has won funding of £100,000 in the form of a grant from the Birmingham Post Business Growth Fund, which will be used to expand the Company's current successful offering of the analysis of amino-acids for the food industry, pharmaceutical industry and academia.Mon, 17 Sep 2012 08:35:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/generic/alta-innovations/news/Alta-Bioscience-wins-grant.aspxaltaBusiness Growth FundpharmaceuticalmanufacturingAlta Bioscience LtdLeading Chinese university visits Birmingham to develop medical sciences partnershipshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/14-Sept-Leading-Chinese-university-visits-Birmingham-to-develop-medical-sciences-partnerships.aspx
A delegation from Sun Yat-Sen University is visiting the University of Birmingham this week to identify collaborative opportunities in the fields of immunology and infection, cell and gene therapy, clinical trials, and public health.Fri, 14 Sep 2012 14:16:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/14-Sept-Leading-Chinese-university-visits-Birmingham-to-develop-medical-sciences-partnerships.aspxSun Yat-SenchinaLawrence Youngimmunologyinfectioncell and gene therapyclinical trialspublic healthGuangzhouDroughts could profoundly harm river life, a study warnshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/9-sept-Droughts-could-profoundly-harm-river-life,-a-study-warns.aspx
Critically low water levels in many rivers could lead to the partial collapse of food chains that support aquatic life, according to research led by the University of Birmingham published in the journal Nature Climate Change today (09 September 12). This is the conclusion of one of the longest experiments on drought ever conducted in freshwaters.Sun, 09 Sep 2012 18:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/9-sept-Droughts-could-profoundly-harm-river-life,-a-study-warns.aspxNature Climate ChangeMark LedgerSchool of GeographyEarth and Environmental SciencesScientists set new world drilling-depth record of scientific ocean drillinghttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/07Sept-Scientists-set-new-world-drilling-depth-record-of-scientific-ocean-drilling.aspx
Scientific deep sea drilling vessel Chikyu has set a new world record by drilling down and obtaining rock samples from deeper than 2,111 meters below the seafloor off the Shimokita Peninsula of Japan.Fri, 07 Sep 2012 11:44:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/07Sept-Scientists-set-new-world-drilling-depth-record-of-scientific-ocean-drilling.aspxharringtonJapanchikyuworld recorddrillingocean seasfloorshipshimokitaUS internship programme boosts graduate job prospectshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/4Sept-US-internship-programme-boosts-graduate-job-prospects.aspx
A transatlantic student internship programme run collaboratively by the University of Birmingham and the British American Business Council (BABC) is playing a key role in enhancing graduate employability.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 11:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/4Sept-US-internship-programme-boosts-graduate-job-prospects.aspxBritishAmericangraduateinternsinternshipemployabilityBABCUSARapid re-colonisation of river after extreme flood eventhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/02-Sep-12-Rapid-re-colonisation-of-river-after-extreme-flood-event.aspx
After being virtually wiped out during a flood in 2005 in Wolf Point Creek, Alaska, salmon, meiofauna and most macroinvertebrates all re-colonised within two years, according to research published by University of Birmingham environmental scientists in the journal Nature Climate Change today (2 Sept 2012).Sun, 02 Sep 2012 18:00:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/02-Sep-12-Rapid-re-colonisation-of-river-after-extreme-flood-event.aspxPatients underestimate risk of DVT, say University of Birmingham researchershttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/31-Aug-Patients-underestimate-risk-of-DVT.aspx
Many people going into hospital have concerns about contracting the hospital acquired infection MRSA, yet the risk of acquiring - and dying from – hospital acquired venous thromboembolism (VTE) is much greater, warn scientists at the University of Birmingham.Fri, 31 Aug 2012 14:01:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/31-Aug-Patients-underestimate-risk-of-DVT.aspxBirmingham Brief: Julian Assange - Asylum and immunityhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/perspective/assange.aspx
Professor Rob Cryer writes on the latest developments in the Assange case for the Birmingham BriefTue, 28 Aug 2012 16:35:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/perspective/assange.aspxz-law-newsTenth Cadbury Fellowship Scheme and Workshophttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/news/2012/cadbury.aspx
Applications are invited for the 2013 Cadbury Fellowship Scheme, which will focus on research on African newspapers, past and present.Tue, 28 Aug 2012 16:33:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/historycultures/departments/dasa/news/2012/cadbury.aspxx9cwasx9historyandculturesx9artsandlawx9calgsUniversity of Birmingham appoints Director for Birmingham Foundation Academyhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/University-of-Birmingham-appoints-Director-for-Birmingham-Foundation-Academy.aspx
The University of Birmingham has appointed Lorraine Gaytten as the inaugural Director of Operations and Business Development for the new Birmingham Foundation Academy (BFA).Tue, 28 Aug 2012 11:54:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/University-of-Birmingham-appoints-Director-for-Birmingham-Foundation-Academy.aspxbirmingham foundation academyLorraine GayttenUniversity of Birmingham welcomes Chinese Embassy visitorshttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/University-of-Birmingham-welcomes-Chinese-Embassy-visitors.aspx
The University of Birmingham hosts Counsellor Shen Yang and three other representatives from the Education section at the Chinese Embassy, this week.Wed, 22 Aug 2012 17:08:00 GMThttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/University-of-Birmingham-welcomes-Chinese-Embassy-visitors.aspxShen YangVice Chancellor